Apprentice Tutor Outdoor Education (Open to internal employees only)

Posted 04 Nov 2026

Coventry City Council

Coombe Abbey Park (Other)


Job Type:permanentDuration:
Category:OtherRecruiter Reference:coventrycc/TP/78911/13543
URL for Applications:Apply HereSalary:£35570 - £41777

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

The Education Entitlement Service (EES) strives to deliver outstanding services for our customers, predominately the children of Coventry, who may be requiring access to education or alternative education provision. We ensure vulnerable children are appropriately supported; have a voice, that hopefully leads to their high achievement and excellent progress.

The EES is made up of a diverse range of teams all working together to recognise, support and apply innovative solutions to address the growing issues in relation to trying to educate some of our most vulnerable pupils in schools. 

The Outdoor Education Service made up of experienced staff members provides high quality outdoor and residential experiences within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.

Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do. 

Our Values are:

  • Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
  • Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
  • Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
  • Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
  • Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
  • Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect

What is the job role?

Passionate about developing future talent? Coventry City Council's Outdoor Education Service is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Apprenticeship Programme Tutor to support apprentices and employers across the outdoor education sector.

In this rewarding role, you'll deliver engaging learning, coach and mentor apprentices, assess progress, build strong employer relationships, and help shape exciting apprenticeship programmes. No two days are the same, with a mix of teaching, workplace visits, assessment and curriculum development.

If you're committed to high-quality learning, learner success and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Help inspire, develop and support the next generation of outdoor education professionals. Apply today!

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
 

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking someone who combines excellent teaching and assessment skills with a genuine enthusiasm for supporting learners and developing the workforce.

You will ideally bring:

  • Experience delivering apprenticeships, vocational qualifications or work-based learning programmes.

  • A strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, assessment requirements and funding compliance.

  • The ability to plan and deliver engaging learning experiences that meet individual learner needs.

  • Experience assessing occupational competence and supporting learners towards successful completion.

  • Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.

  • Confidence in working collaboratively with employers, workplace mentors and industry partners.

  • A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, quality improvement and positive learner outcomes.

  • The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain accurate learner records.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

  • Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
  • Are currently in care or have previously been in care
  • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. We recognise that you might use AI tools to help with your application. While these tools can be useful, please make sure that all information you provide about your experience, skills, and qualifications is accurate. What matters most to us is hearing about your experience and the achievements that truly reflect you!

About Coventry

Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.

At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies

How to Apply

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