JGW+ Skills Tutor

If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!

About the Role:

At ACT, our behaviour framework shape everything we do. We are looking for a Skills Tutor who demonstrates genuine respect for every learner, communicates with openness and integrity, and brings creativity to engage young people who may have faced barriers to education. You will be motivated to inspire and empower learners to progress, while maintaining clarity in your planning, decision-making and communication. If you are resilient, adaptable and committed to making a meaningful difference through high-quality, inclusive delivery, we would love to hear from you. 

You will deliver engaging learning and support on our JGW+ programme, primarily based at our Barry Centre with regular travel to Bridgend when required.

In this role, you will work with young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET), supporting them to develop essential skills, confidence and employability through both accredited learning and enrichment activities.

You will build positive, professional relationships with learners and colleagues, contributing to a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. A learner-centred approach is essential, with delivery adapted to individual needs to support progression into positive destinations.

You will plan and deliver structured sessions, manage learner progression, and maintain accurate records. You will also be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, and consistently apply ACT’s Behaviour Framework in your day-to-day practice.

ACT is committed to promoting the Welsh language for both staff and learners, and whilst it is not considered essential criteria, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role. 

Want to know how JGW+ changes lives? Explore the programme and the difference it makes here.

What you’ll do: 

·        Deliver engaging sessions in essential skills (including maths, English and life skills)

·        Plan and deliver structured learning and enrichment activities that support progression and employability

·        Organise meaningful experiences such as trips, workshops and guest speakers

·        Develop and review Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)

·        Track, assess and monitor learner progress using internal systems

·        Identify and support learners at risk of disengagement

·        Work collaboratively with colleagues, external agencies and support services

·        Contribute to curriculum development and improvement activities

·        Maintain accurate records and ensure safeguarding concerns are reported appropriately

·        Attend staff meetings, training and centre-based activities

·        Travel between ACT centres as required

 Please see Job Description for full details about the role.

Why work for ACT?  

At ACT, people are at the heart of everything we do. As Wales’s largest training provider, we’re passionate about making a real difference through high-quality learning — and we’re just as committed to supporting our staff to grow, develop and succeed.

We’re proud to be an Investors in People Platinum organisation, accredited for over 25 years, and recognised in the Best Companies 2025 awards as one of the UK’s top employers — ranked 26th Best Large Company to Work For and 5th in Wales.

Our Values:  

At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.  

FREDIE has been central to promoting and recognising exceptional commitment to equality and diversity. FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement, and these values are at the heart of ACT’s philosophy, shaping our approach to both staff and learners.

Diversity statement 

ACT is dedicated to fair and safe recruitment practices, ensuring equality for all applicants and staff. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our questioning and collating of information are intended to help us maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. The information collated from you will not be used in any decision affecting you.  

We are happy to consider an reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, please drop us an email with your requirements. 

What next?:  

The Advert will close 02nd June 2026.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.  

Applicants will be notified via email of application process (please check junk or spam folders) 

An interview process consisting of:  

A face-to-face interview at one of our centres with a work based task (for example - a micro teach, full details will be provided before interview) 

We’re keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please just let us know.  

If you have any queries about the vacancy please feel free to contact us on recruitment@acttraining.org.uk. 

Safeguarding:

Our organisation is deeply committed to safeguarding the welfare of all learners and staff. We expect all employees to uphold this commitment as part of their role. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!