Job Title: Self-Employed Warehousing Tutor

Location: Newry

Hours of Work:6h a week

Contract Type: Self-employed

Rate: Discussed at interview

Closing date: 10th August

COMPANY OVERVIEW

People 1st is a leading provider of quality training and educational programs.

Established in Belfast in 1992, the company has grown to operate across 15 offices in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Our mission is to support individuals in achieving their training and employment goals through accredited courses and qualifications. Over three decades, we have helped over 75,000 people achieve qualifications and supported many in transitioning into employment or upskilling.

Mission Statement

Together, let’s realise your ambition.

You can find us on
@people1stni

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AT PEOPLE 1ST

People 1st is seeking an experienced and passionate self-employed tutor to deliver warehousing and storage training as part of the ApprenticeshipsNI programme. This role involves working with employed apprentices who are undertaking formal qualifications in warehousing and logistics, supporting their development through structured, workplace-based learning.

The successful tutor will bring sector expertise and a commitment to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments that enable each apprentice to thrive and achieve their potential.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you have practical experience in warehousing and logistics? Are you calm under pressure, confident delivering structured learning, and passionate about helping others grow? If so, joining People 1st as a self-employed Warehousing Tutor could be your next step.

Were currently looking for a qualified and motivated tutor to deliver accredited Warehousing & Storage qualifications to apprentices. This is a key role where you’ll support learners throughout their apprenticeship journey – ensuring learning is engaging, accessible, and compliant with awarding body and ApprenticeshipsNI requirements.

If you take pride in following standards, can adapt your delivery style to support diverse learning needs, and want to make a meaningful contribution to someone’s career journey, wed love to hear from you.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Warehousing and Storage (or equivalent)
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. Level 3 AET, PTLLS, or equivalent experience)
• Industry experience in warehousing, logistics, or supply chain operations
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Access to transport and ability to travel to employer sites
• Willingness to complete vetting and provide ID and emergency contact details

Desirable Criteria

• Assessor qualification
• Experience supporting learners with additional learning needs
• Familiarity with ApprenticeshipsNI framework and quality standards

PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOURS AND CORE CAPABILITIES

Key Duties and Responsibilities

As a Self-Employed Warehousing Tutor working under the ApprenticeshipsNI programme, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering warehousing and storage training sessions in line with awarding body and programme standards
• Supporting apprentices to achieve recognised qualifications through tailored, workplace-based learning
• Carrying out initial assessments and regular progress reviews to identify learner needs and set development goals
• Adapting delivery methods and materials to ensure accessibility and inclusion for learners with additional needs
• Providing clear instruction, practical demonstrations, and feedback to support learner understanding and progress
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, progress, assessment evidence, and employer engagement
• Preparing learners for formal assessments and ensuring readiness for assessment
• Responding professionally to learner concerns, disengagement, or safeguarding disclosures
• Staying up to date with curriculum updates, warehousing industry developments, and funding rules (ApprenticeshipsNI)
• Complying with all safeguarding, GDPR, and health and safety policies
• Working collaboratively with People 1st staff, employers, and learners to deliver excellent learner experiences
• Completing any other relevant duties as agreed within the scope of the self-employed tutor contract

Skills and Personal Attributes

The successful tutor will demonstrate:

• A calm, professional, and learner-centred approach in a variety of learning environments
• Confidence supporting apprentices from diverse cultural, educational, and employment backgrounds
• Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to translate practical skills into engaging, understandable content
• A commitment to maintaining consistency, quality, and fairness in delivery and assessment
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including time management and accurate record keeping
• Discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive learner or employer information
• The ability to manage workload independently, while maintaining open communication with People 1st
• Flexibility and reliability, including responsiveness to changing learner or employer needs
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive learning
• A passion for helping others succeed in their career journey

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to sure to include the job title in the subject line of your email. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, communities, and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Please note that should we receive a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close this advertisement early.