Job Description

Reed Learning is a market leading centre for all levels of CIPD professional qualifications, delivering HR/L&D apprenticeships and in-company soft skills training.

We hope that, like us, you’ll feel proud to be part of a team that inspires, supports and develops HR and L&D professionals with the skills they need to enhance their careers.

Pay Range

Tutor – CIPD Associate Programme (0.8 FTE)

Location: Remote / Hybrid (UK-based)
Contract: Part-time (0.8 FTE)
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Reporting to: CIPD Programme Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and learner-focused Tutor to support delivery of the CIPD Associate Diploma in People Management and associated Associate-level programmes.

This role is ideal for a CIPD-qualified professional with a passion for developing learners, delivering high-quality academic support, and maintaining robust assessment standards. You will play a key role in ensuring learner success through excellent teaching, feedback, and ongoing engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Learner Support & Delivery

• Provide academic and assessment-related support to assigned learner cohorts and OnDemand learners
• Respond to learner queries within 48 hours, maintaining high standards of communication
• Deliver engaging live teaching sessions aligned to Associate-level content
• Lead learner inductions and provide one-to-one or small group support via Microsoft Teams
• Facilitate scheduled workshops, ensuring consistency with Associate programme expectations

Moodle & Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

• Actively monitor Moodle forums and learner communications, supporting positive engagement
• Post announcements and programme updates as required
• Support learners in navigating the VLE and resolving basic technical issues

Assessment & Feedback

• Mark assessments within agreed turnaround times, providing clear, developmental feedback aligned to CIPD standards
• Review draft submissions and offer guidance to support learner improvement
• Ensure assessment decisions meet quality and consistency expectations

Learner & Cohort Management

• Track learner progress and cohort performance, flagging concerns proactively
• Monitor and respond to the OnDemand inbox and/or Q&A forums
• Follow up with learners who fall behind, offering encouragement, guidance, and signposting
• Review learner feedback surveys and share insights with the Programme Manager

Quality, Compliance & Collaboration

• Attend standardisation meetings to support consistency across tutors
• Act as Unit Lead for a minimum of two Associate-level units (as allocated)
• Undertake IQA sampling in line with internal policies
• Attend mandatory meetings and contribute to curriculum development discussions
• Complete regular CPD and mandatory training

Essential Criteria

• Currently working in an advisory, education, or academic support role
• CIPD Level 5 qualification (minimum)
• CIPD Associate membership
• Strong understanding of CIPD Associate-level standards and requirements
• Experience using Virtual Learning Environments (e.g. Moodle)
• Familiarity with all units delivered within Associate-level programmes
• Excellent organisational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high service standards

Desirable Criteria

• Assessment qualification (e.g. Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement)
• IQA qualification (e.g. Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance)

Why Join Us?

• Flexible remote/hybrid working
• The opportunity to shape learner outcomes on a nationally recognised CIPD programme
• Supportive and collaborative programme team
• Commitment to your professional development and CPD

We’re always on the lookout for people who want to make a difference and are passionate about helping others progress their careers.