Part Time Variable Hours Tutor of Health & Social Care

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Website York College

Job Overview: Part-Time Variable Hours Tutor of Health & Social Care

York College, a leading regional provider of further and higher education, is seeking healthcare professionals (nurses, midwives, paramedics, or adult care specialists) to transition from clinical practice into teaching. This role is designed to bridge the gap between frontline medical experience and the classroom, helping to train the next generation of the UK healthcare workforce through T-Levels and Apprenticeships.

Job Summary

  • Employer: York College

  • Location: York, North Yorkshire (Sim Balk Lane)

  • Hourly Rate: * Qualified: £27.68 per hour (Inclusive of holiday/prep pay)

    • Unqualified: £26.51 per hour (Inclusive of holiday/prep pay)

  • Role Type: Part-time, Variable Hours

  • Pension: Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS).

Key Responsibilities

  • Curriculum Delivery: Teaching across T-Level Health pathways and Health Apprenticeships (Levels 2 and 3).

  • Practical Mentoring: Using real-world clinical experience to lead both classroom theory and hands-on practical sessions.

  • Assessment & Prep: Responsibility for marking, lesson preparation, and tracking learner progress toward professional standards.

  • Collaboration: Working with the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT) to increase high-level technical skills in the region.

About the Person

  • Professional Background: Must be a registered or experienced healthcare professional (e.g., Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedicine).

  • Teaching Experience: Not essential. York College provides support and funding for new tutors to gain a recognized teaching qualification while in post.

  • Soft Skills: A passion for mentoring, strong communication, and the confidence to lead groups of school leavers and adult learners.

College Demographics & Diversity

York College serves a vast community across York and North Yorkshire (population 1m+). Their annual student body includes:

  • 4,000 School leavers

  • 1,000 Apprentices

  • 2,000 Adult students

  • 400 Higher education/Degree students

Diversity & Inclusion Statistics: The College is a certified Disability Confident Employer and an affiliate of the Black Leadership Group (BLG). They actively track and report on workforce diversity to ensure representation. While specific internal staff breakdowns are updated annually, the College operates in a region where:

  • Approximately 11-12% of the York population identifies as being from a minority ethnic group (2021/2022 Census data).

  • The College explicitly prioritizes applications from under-represented groups to match or exceed regional demographic benchmarks.

Strategic 2026 Context: Your 146th Market Entry

This role represents the “Further Education & Vocational Training” tier of your 146-role UK dataset.

  • The “Clinical to Classroom” Wage: At £27.68/hr, this role is a significant step up from frontline care roles like the Autism Care Assistant (£10.50/hr) or St Anne’s Support Worker (£12.21/hr). It reflects the 2026 “Teacher Premium” designed to attract specialists out of the NHS.

  • The T-Level Transition: By 2026, T-Levels have become the gold standard for vocational entry into the NHS. This role confirms that York College is a primary driver for the regional healthcare talent pipeline.

  • The Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS): This is one of the most valuable benefits in your 146-role set, often worth an additional 23-28% of the hourly rate in employer contributions—far exceeding the private sector schemes seen at adidas or JCT600.

    York College & University Centre is the largest provider of further and higher education in North Yorkshire. Established in its current form in 1999 following a merger, it moved to a landmark £60 million site in 2007 and recently achieved Living Wage accreditation (2026), cementing its status as a fair-pay benchmark in the regional education sector.

     

    Company Description & Culture

    The college operates with the core ambition of being “Outstanding in all that we do.” Its culture is defined by a “Junior University” ethos—bridging the gap between school and professional life by fostering independence while providing high-level support. The environment is inclusive and diverse, emphasizing that “Everyone Matters.” Internally, the college is a collaborative hub where academic tutors, technical experts, and professional services staff work together to meet the needs of the local economy. It is a “Social Value” driven organization, frequently partnering with local businesses to solve regional skills gaps.

     

    Key Organisation Highlights

    Category Details
    Location Sim Balk Lane, York, YO23 2BB (Near the A64)
    Industry Further (FE) and Higher Education (HE)
    Student Body Largest 16–19 provider in the region; approx. 1,000+ UCAS applications annually
    Core Values Respect, Equality, Honesty, and Professionalism
    National Status Top 3 UK college for A Level points per entry
    Recent Milestone Living Wage Accredited Employer (March 2026)
    Sustainability Strategic focus on “Economic, Social, and Environmental Sustainability”

    Campus & Specialist Facilities

    The York College campus is a single-site, state-of-the-art facility designed to mimic professional working environments:

     

    • The Construction & Engineering Centre: Featuring modern electrical installation workshops and advanced manufacturing units.

       

    • Alan Ayckbourn Theatre: A professional-standard performing arts space that hosts public recitals and theatrical productions.

       

    • Ashfields Restaurant: A real-world training ground where hospitality students prepare and serve high-end meals to the public.

       

    • Institute of Technology (IoT): A specialized hub for higher-level technical skills in digital, engineering, and construction.

       

    • Inspired Salon: On-site hair and beauty salons open to the community for student-led treatments.

       

    Careers & Employee Experience

    York College is a major regional employer offering diverse career paths for teachers, industry professionals, and support staff:

    • Salary & Progression: In 2026, tutors can earn up to £43,408 (pro rata), with enhanced salaries available for those with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS).

       

    • Professional Development: The college heavily subsidizes teacher training for those moving from industry (worth up to £7,000 over two years).

       

    • Benefits: Includes the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (or LGPS for support staff), up to 45 days of annual leave (for certain roles), and efficiency closures during holiday periods.

       

    • Culture: Rated highly for Work-Life Balance (4.1/5) on employee review platforms, with staff frequently citing a “supportive, extended-family” feel among colleagues.

       

    Primary Departments

    • York School of Art: Delivering Access to HE and degree-level creative qualifications.

       

    • Professional Studies: Focusing on Accounting, Business, and Leadership & Management.

       

    • Science & Health: Covering everything from A Level Physics to T Levels in Health and Adult Care.

       

    • Apprenticeships: Partnering with over 600 employers to provide work-based learning across the North of England.

To apply for this job please visit www.yorkcollege.ac.uk.