Adult Learning Tutor - Spanish Languages Carlisle Sessional - WMF2233e

Location: Carlisle Library

Contract Type: Permanent

About This Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Carlisle Adult Learning team. We are looking to recruit a highly skilled Spanish tutor who has a real passion for foreign languages. Learning a language offers many benefits, from enhancing cognitive abilities to boosting career prospects and providing travel opportunities. We offer an extensive range of subjects to the communities of Carlisle, and the right candidate will offer interesting and engaging courses to support the growth of the Service. Teaching hours will be varied and are dependent on demand; it is likely you will need to be available for classes during day and evening hours.

Our Service works with learners of all abilities, with skills levels ranging from beginner to intermediate and beyond. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach learners with a range of learning styles and diverse needs.

Who We Are Looking For�

The successful applicant will hold an introductory teaching qualification in the adult learning sector (minimum Level 3, e.g. PTLLS/Award in Education and training) or be willing to work towards and must achieve in the first 12 months. A relevant qualification and / or relevant experience in the subject specialism being taught is also essential. The successful candidate will be experienced, highly motivated, enthusiastic, confident and able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.

Adult Learning, rated Good by Ofsted, delivers community learning and skills provision both face to face and online. Our Service is focussed on provision which transforms the lives of our most disadvantaged communities, enhancing employment opportunities and promoting health and wellbeing. In return, we can offer you a friendly and supportive working environment, access to training and development and challenging and rewarding work.

For further information, please email: [email protected]

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.� Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 28/09/2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website -� Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.