Apprenticeship Work Based Learning Tutor
| Posting date: | 18 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,610 to £39,906 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 January 2026 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | York St John University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 216-25 |
Summary
Department: Business Development and Knowledge Exchange
Location: Remote Opportunity
Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum
Closing Date: Monday 05 January 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Thursday 29 January 2026
Reference: 216-25
Full time, Permanent
Location: Home based / North of England / Access to York St John campus
Salary: £34,610 to £39,906
Introduction to York St John University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Business Development Office (BDO) leads on employer engagement and apprenticeship delivery, working closely with York St John Business School to provide high-quality degree apprenticeships. The team collaborates with employers, academic colleagues, and external partners to ensure apprenticeships meet industry needs and deliver exceptional learner experiences.
The Role
As a Work Based Learning Tutor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting apprentices enrolled on programmes such as the Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship, Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship, and Senior Leaders Apprenticeship.
You will:
Act as the key point of contact for apprentices, employers, and university teams.
Lead scheduled learning reviews and assessments, both on-campus and remotely.
Support apprentices in developing learning plans, portfolios, and preparing for the end-point assessment.
Facilitate progression and achievement through regular review meetings and effective communication with employers.
Provide pastoral support and guidance to maximise engagement and success.
This is a field-based role requiring autonomy, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple caseloads across diverse locations.
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday as standard, with flexibility required. Regular out-of-hours working, including evenings and occasional weekends, to accommodate learner and employer needs.
Required Skills and Experience
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
A first degree or equivalent occupational experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to network and build relationships with multiple stakeholders.
Strong organisational skills to manage time effectively and prioritise workloads.
Experience of employer engagement and supporting learning in workplace settings.
Proactive, solution-focused problem-solving abilities and effective facilitation skills.
A recognised teaching or assessment qualification and coaching/mentoring experience are desirable.
Enhanced DBS check required
Additional Information
For informal enquiries, please contact Steph Lang - s.lang@yorksj.ac.uk - Work Based Learning Tutor Manager.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for an interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
Closing Date - Monday 05 January 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Thursday 29 January 2026
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