Achievement Tutor (Music)

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent further education institution in Manchester is seeking Achievement Tutors to support learners' academic success. This part-time role involves managing student groups, delivering engaging tutorials and pastoral programs, and ensuring students achieve outstanding outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a relevant teaching qualification and excellent classroom management skills. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes student achievement and professional development, with competitive pay and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits

Teachers Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

45 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Certificate in education or PGCE is required.
• English and maths minimum level 2 Grade C or grade 4 and above.
• Track record of effective teaching and delivering in the subject.

Responsibilities

• Manage allocated students and deliver a highly effective tutorial program.
• Monitor individual student progress using tools like ProMonitor.
• Collaborate closely with teaching teams to develop resources.

Skills

Excellent classroom management skills

Empathy with young people/adults

Excellent interpersonal skills

Data handling and analysis skills

Effective teaching delivery

Education

Certificate of education or PGCE

Minimum Level 3 occupational qualification

Job description

Job details

• Job reference: REQ011879
• Date posted: 02/12/2025
• Application closing date: 09/01/2026
• Location: Manchester
• Salary: Pro‑rata £19,758.60 – £28,403.40 (FTE £32,931 – £47,339) per annum
• Package: Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension
• Contractual hours: 21 Basis – Part time
• Job category/type: Teaching and Assessment

This advert may close early if we receive a good response.

Are you a teacher who’s passionate about guiding students to achieve their full potential both in and out of the classroom? At The Manchester College, we’re looking for Achievement Tutors to support learners' academic success through engaging group tutorials. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in helping students stay on track, meet their goals, and thrive in their studies by delivering outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment via engaging activities, resources, and focused academic coaching while monitoring individual student progress in 1‑1 reviews using tools like ProMonitor and Markbook. You’ll collaborate closely with teaching teams, develop high‑quality learning resources, and champion student voice, employability, and achievement at every stage.

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join us as an Achievement Tutor for Creative Industries (within the Music department) on a permanent, part‑time (21 hours per week) basis.

You will manage allocated students/student groups and deliver a highly effective tutorial and pastoral programme which ensures the overall academic, pastoral, social and behavioural progress of students is tracked and supported so students achieve outstanding retention, achievement, progress, and progression outcomes.

Site Information

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting‑edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real‑world learning.

About Us

The Manchester College is the largest further education college in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16‑19 year olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consists of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester College offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1,000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Why would you join us?

We are the number one further education college in Greater Manchester for student achievement and currently rank in the top 10 for Student Achievement in the country. We are award‑winning with numerous accolades, including the Queens Anniversary Prize, and are one of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025.

To be successful in the role of Achievement Tutor, you will need:

• Certificate of education or PGCE.
• Current and valid industry specialism.
• Assessor qualifications (if required by Awarding Organisation).
• English and maths minimum level 2 Grade C or grade 4 and above.
• Minimum Level 3 occupational qualification.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Empathy with young people/adults.
• Flexible and creative approach to tasks.
• A positive and solution focus approach to challenge.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of key student stakeholders e.g. Next of kin, social services, learning support.
• A demonstrable track record of effective teaching and delivering in the subject specialism.
• Experience of using IT systems to monitor and track progress.
• Demonstrable organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent Data handling and analysis skills.
• Clear written and Verbal Communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively in cross college teams and establish positive relationships and bring about improvements.
• A background / interest in music would be an advantage, though not essential.
• 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (FTE).
• 3 well‑being days per year (FTE).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Benefits

• 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (FTE).
• 3 well‑being days per year (FTE).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Start your teaching journey with us!

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers who are passionate about sharing their industry skills. At The Manchester College, you will be supported by our Teaching Academy to work towards qualified teacher status for post‑16 compulsory education, through a Cert Ed/PGCE. This includes 3‑4 hours delivery per week and engagement with a mentor to support your progress in the profession while you work. The starting salary for an unqualified teacher is between £30,750 – £32,931. It’s a great way to kick‑start a rewarding career with full training and support. Once you’ve successfully qualified and demonstrated your teaching competence, you’ll progress to the qualified teacher salary banding.

*Consideration will be given to relevant industry experience and skills with the flexibility to offer increased starting salaries in some circumstances.*

Levelling Up Payment

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Safeguarding

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal opportunities statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.