Hairdressing Tutor (Sutton College)

Sutton College is seeking a dynamic and experienced Hairdressing Tutor to deliver the Women’s Hairdressing Level 2 Certificate (VTCT).

You will support learners to develop the practical skills needed in the Hairdressing industry so they achieve a high level of occupational ability and can perform their own salon services. You will also develop learners’ knowledge of health and safety practice.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe and organised learning environment, adhering to all safety guidelines.
• Create a positive and encouraging learning atmosphere that promotes skills development and confidence.
• Engage learners by using a range of teaching and learning strategies.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit a diverse range of learners.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support learning and development.

The post holder will teach onsite at the college. They will ensure high-quality delivery through the implementation of quality assurance processes and contribute to the college’s growth by supporting a vibrant curriculum and aim to achieve excellent learner outcomes. Additionally, the role involves assisting with focused curriculum development, personalised employment support, and learner progression. The post holder will help meet the college’s strategic goals, especially targeting priority groups under the Adult Skills Fund, and will collaborate with the Head of Curriculum & Quality to deliver a high-quality programme aligned with learner and employer needs.

We are very interested in tutors who are able to support learners to:

• Achieve their personal and academic goals
• Achieve the qualification, and gain life skills within and outside the classroom
• Prepare learners for their next steps in learning or work

You should have a passion for teaching, good subject and industry knowledge, and a desire to develop and enhance learners’ opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience of teaching in Adult Education or Further Education Post 16 college/ training environment
• Experience of teaching a range of levels in the subject area
• Experience of quality improvement processes which support and develop practice
• Professional Experience
• An appropriate teaching qualification for the Post 16 Sector (e.g. DET / Cert. Ed. or equivalent) and/or willingness to complete a L4 qualification within the 1st year of appointment
• A qualification in the subject specialism (to at least Level 4 e.g. HND, 1st Degree), or an in-depth knowledge and a minimum of 3 years’ substantial experience in the subject area you are applying for
• Level 2 (GCSE or equivalent) qualifications in English & Mathematics