Tutor for Family Learning

• Realise Futures
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5NZ
• Salary: £7,536 actual per annum *
• Hours: 13 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, term time only
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
• Reference: 0927

Location: Ipswich and South Suffolk.

Job Ref: 149-26.

*This is paid in 12 equal monthly instalments throughout the year.

Plus, Annual Leave entitlement: 5.6 weeks’ holiday equivalent inclusive of all bank and public holidays, which is paid in addition to the above annual salary in 12 equal monthly instalments throughout the year.

Realise Futures is looking for a part-time Tutor for Family Learning.

Realise Futures Learning, Coaching and Advice has a vacancy for a part-time tutor to join the Engagement Curriculum Team (Family Learning) in Suffolk. The tutor will be based in the Learning Centre at Castle Hill, Ipswich.

We are looking for a dedicated, flexible and creative tutor with a specialism and skills in English, Mathematics and Language (Primary) or Early Years and a passion for working with parents/carers in a range of partner settings.

A minimum level 3 teaching qualification (level 4 for English, Mathematics and Language) and a subject qualification in the relevant area are essential.

Our tutors run short programmes in partner venues that encourage parental involvement in children’s learning and development.

Outreach delivery is the norm and a willingness to travel to deliver in partner venues is essential, so access to own transport is required, as are excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working in partnership and flexibility in the role.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow), 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) and an occupational pension scheme.

Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

To find out more

If you are passionate about engaging parents in their children’s learning and would like an informal discussion about the role then please call Claire Strath on 07738 704 754 or [email hidden]

Please visitour websiteto download a copy of the full job description.

About us

The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal and government funded public services.

Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through four company departments, Learning Coaching and Advice, Employment and Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).

We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability.

Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including

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• flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
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• performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
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• 55p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
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• an Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
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• an Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM
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• 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) unless working less than 52 weeks a year
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• an additional day of paid leave around your birthday
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• an additional paid wellbeing day
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• an additional paid volunteer day
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• 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years’ service – unless working less than 52 weeks a year
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• an additional day’s paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
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• a disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
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• a confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
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Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders

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• a Cycle to Work scheme
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• an occupational pension scheme.
• How to apply
• To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button on the advert on our website
• If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the Application Form, please email [email hidden]
• Closing date: 1 pm, 2 October 2026.
• Interview date: 13 October (pm) or 15th October.
• Please ensure you are available for these dates, before applying

Realise Futures CIC

A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled.

The company is organised in four divisions, Learning and Development, Employment and Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives.