Tutor Assessor Golf Greenkeeping/ Sports Turf

Oldham College is one of the largest further education providers in Greater Manchester, supporting thousands of students each year to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need for their future.

We work closely with local employers, universities, and community partners to deliver education and training that meets the needs of our region. Our staff play a vital role in creating a supportive, inclusive environment where students and colleagues can thrive.

Every role at the College contributes to helping people achieve their potential.

We are seeking a committed Tutor Assessor Golf Greenkeeping/ Sports Turf to support the effective delivery of College services and priorities.

In this role you will:

• Operate within an employer focused/skills for work framework offering initial assessment, ongoing teaching, learning and assessment, and advisory services to a caseload of apprentices and adult part-time learners
• Organise and plan the delivery of group and one to one teaching, learning and assessment for a specific assignment of learners.
• Support and motivate across the entire learner journey to help them in the development of industry standard knowledge, skills and behaviours as the Apprentices and adult learners progress, prepare for, and achieve at EPA.
• Enhance the apprentice and employer experience through effective skills coaching, mentoring and instruction through a blended learning approach.
• Contribute to the promotion of excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, working as part of a team.
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Relevant occupational qualification to Level 3, or equivalent; Sports Turf, Greenkeeping
• Level 3 Assessor Qualification / willing to complete and must achieve this within 12 months of commencement in post)
• Level 5 or above Teaching Qualification / willing to complete and must achieve this within 3 years of commencement in post)
• Level 3 Golf/Sports Turf qualification
• Knowledge of apprenticeships and work-based learning
• Understanding and knowledge of the application of quality standards within an organisation
• Golf Greenkeeping/Sports Turf experience

We offer a supportive working environment with opportunities to develop and progress. Benefits include:

• 54 days' holiday, supporting work–life balance, including 35 bookable days plus bank holidays, efficiency days, and Christmas closure
• Pension contributions of 26.48%
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Retail discounts through our benefits platform
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Paid special leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Free breakfast Fridays
• On-site facilities including canteens and a day nursery
• Free parking and electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, and military families.

Flexible working options may be available depending on the role.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check, DfE barred list check, online searches, and references.

It is a criminal offence under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 to apply for regulated activity roles if barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.

We recognise that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. If you do use AI, please ensure the information you submit accurately reflects your own skills, experience, and achievements. You may be asked to discuss your application during the recruitment process.

Please review the job description and person specification and submit your application by the closing date.

Join us and be part of a College where together, we invest in your future.

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