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Woodwork Tutor

The Tower Programme is a transformative, community-based initiative that supports adults who have been subject to the criminal justice system. We provide life skills, education and personal development opportunities designed to reduce reoffending and help participants build a more positive, sustainable future.
Core-funded by the Probation Service, we work in close partnership with DDLETB, local community groups and a range of statutory agencies. Our approach is holistic and person-centred, tailored to meet the diverse needs of every individual who engages with us.

Within the Tower Programme we have a flexible but structured approach to learning and to change. Participants can attend five days a week, completing a range of courses, or we can tailor our offering to meet individual circumstances and needs.
The Tower Programme is seeking an experienced Woodwork Tutor to deliver practical, engaging woodwork instruction to adult learners.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in woodwork, carpentry, joinery, furniture making, woodcraft or a related area. They will be confident delivering practical, workshop-based learning and supporting learners to develop their skills and confidence in a safe and supportive environment.
Experience working with marginalised or disadvantaged adults, or within a community, education or criminal justice setting, would be highly desirable.


Education & Qualifications
Essential:
• A recognised qualification in Woodwork, Carpentry, Joinery, Furniture Making, Woodcraft or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Strong practical knowledge and experience of working with wood, hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of workshop health and safety.
• Teaching Council Membership Essential
Desirable:
• Teaching, training or adult education qualification, such as QQI Level 6 Training and Education or equivalent.
• Experience delivering QQI/FET courses or working within an adult education environment.
• Relevant trade, workshop or health and safety qualifications.
Experience
• Significant practical experience in woodwork, carpentry, joinery, furniture making, woodcraft or a related field.
• Experience delivering practical instruction, training or mentoring.
• Experience working with adult learners.
• Experience planning and delivering practical workshop sessions.
• Experience supporting learners to develop practical skills and confidence.
• Experience maintaining a safe and organised workshop environment.
Skills
• Strong practical woodwork and workshop skills.
• Ability to demonstrate woodworking techniques clearly and support learners through practical tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching to different levels of ability and experience.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to health and safety.
• Ability to create a positive, respectful and inclusive learning environment.

Additional Requirements
• Experience working with marginalised, disadvantaged or socially excluded adults is desirable.
• Experience working with people from criminal justice backgrounds is desirable.
• A patient, supportive and learner-centred approach.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and well-organised workshop.
• Ability to work as part of the wider Tower Programme team.
• Garda vetting will be required.

Terms and Conditions
Salary Scale: Based on qualifications and experience.
Contractual Basis: Part-time fixed-term contract.
Hours: Approx 5-7hours per week
Annual Leave: Monetary value based on hours worked.

Application Process
All applications must be submitted by way of curriculum vitae (CV) and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the post as advertised.
Please address applications to the Service Manager at shennessy@towerprogramme.ie, noting that you are applying for the Woodwork Tutor position.