Vocational Trainer - Digital
Essex
Role
Vocational Trainer - Digital
Permanent, Part Time
£34,668 per annum (full time equivalent)
Location: Basildon
Working Style: Community-based worker
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have a current, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Please note this role is part-time working 17.76 hours per week. Actual salary earnings based on these hours - £16,640 per annum. While there is no fixed working pattern at present, candidates must be available to work an evening, potentially a Tuesday or Wednesday. Help adults gain the digital skills they need for life and work At Adult Community Learning (ACL), we believe learning can transform lives. We're looking for a passionate and engaging Vocational Trainer - Digital to inspire adults to develop their digital confidence, gain qualifications and achieve their personal and professional goals. Whether you're an experienced digital tutor or a digital professional looking to move into teaching, we'd love to hear from you. As part of Essex County Council, ACL is the largest provider of adult learning in Essex, supporting thousands of learners each year to gain skills, improve employability and build brighter futures. To read more about our business area, please visit: Policy, Economy, Investment and Property What you'll be doing You will plan and deliver high-quality, engaging learning across a range of digital programmes, from introductory courses through to accredited qualifications. Topics may include: Working with diverse groups of adult learners, you'll create inclusive learning experiences that build confidence, develop skills and support progression into employment, further learning or career advancement. We're looking for someone who: What you'll bring Essential: Desirable: Don't have a teaching qualification yet? We'd still like to hear from candidates with significant industry experience and a passion for helping others develop digital skills. What to expect: Our recruitment process is made up of two stages. The first stage is a: 1-hour Micro Teach Presentation, in person, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your teaching approach and subject expertise. Successful candidates will then progress to a 1-hour Competency and Behavioural-Based Interview, allowing us to learn more about your experience, skills, and how you align with our values and the requirements of the role. Why join ACL? Ready to inspire the next generation of digital learners? Join us and help adults gain the confidence, skills and qualifications they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Apply today and be part of transforming lives through learning. Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In March 2026, Greater Essex was accepted on to the devolution priority programme, where we will work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority. You can read more about these changes, and what this may mean for this role, on our careers site. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We’re committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We’re also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Once you’ve secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. 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