Meat & Poultry Tutor in Derry

Location: Northern Ireland - flexible base with travel across NI (Most travel concentrated in Derry, Cookstown, Dungannon and Ballymena)

Salary: £13.00 - £16.50 per hour, depending on experience. Equivalent to approximately £23,900 - £30,300 per annum, based on a 35.35-hour working week.

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent (part-time opportunities may also be considered). 35.35 hours per week for full-time roles (Monday-Thursday 8:45am-5:00pm, Friday 8:45am-4:00pm).

The Role: Happy Jobs NI is representing a well-established training and education provider that delivers industry-recognised qualifications to the meat and poultry processing sector. They are expanding their delivery team and are looking to recruit two Meat & Poultry Tutors. Candidates seeking part-time opportunities are encouraged to discuss flexible working options.

This role is suitable for someone with strong industry experience, such as a butcher, meat processing professional, production supervisor, Specialist Skills Trainer or in-house trainer, who is passionate about developing people and supporting skills progression within the industry. Previous experience as a tutor, trainer or assessor would be highly desirable. Candidates with experience training, mentoring or supervising staff within a meat or poultry processing environment are strongly encouraged to apply, as full support and development can be provided.

The role involves delivering both practical and theory-based training and assessment for vocational qualifications, working with learners in classroom settings and on-site within employer premises. Travel will be required across Northern Ireland, with the majority of work focused around Derry, Cookstown, Dungannon and Ballymena. Proximity to training centres in Derry, Strabane, Omagh or Cookstown would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical and theoretical training in meat and poultry processing and related vocational qualifications.
• Assess learners' skills and knowledge, providing constructive one-to-one feedback to support progression.
• Support learners in compiling and completing portfolios of evidence to awarding body standards.
• Develop, implement and review individual learning plans tailored to varying abilities and learning needs.
• Adapt training materials for learners with different learning styles, including those where English is not a first language.
• Maintain accurate assessment paperwork, learner records and monitoring documentation.
• Work closely with employer clients to upskill their workforce and support recognised qualifications.
• Act as an academic and pastoral point of contact for learners.
• Undertake additional duties appropriate to the level of responsibility of the role.

Person Specification / About You:

Essential:

• Background in the meat or poultry processing industry, such as butchery, production, quality, training or supervision.
• Experience training, mentoring or supervising staff.
• A minimum Level 4 qualification in meat and poultry industry skills, or equivalent.
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• Strong communication, organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
• Flexible approach with a willingness to travel across Northern Ireland.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Assessor qualification (D33 / A1 / Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement).
• Teaching or training qualification (Level 4 Teaching Certificate, PGCE or equivalent).
• Experience delivering NVQs, apprenticeships or vocational qualifications.
• Confident using ICT systems for learner tracking and administration.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Personal performance-related bonus available for achieving agreed targets.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Pool car and fuel card provided.
• Industry-leading holiday allowance.
• Christmas shopping day.
• Equipment support pack.
• Funded training and qualification opportunities.
• Opportunity to join a growing training organisation during a period of expansion.

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about the meat and poultry industry and enjoy helping others develop their skills and careers, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to find out more about this opportunity.