Tutor of Travel & Tourism

Tutor of Travel & Tourism

Ref: 2626/023

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Up to £43,408 per annum* (please see salary guidance attached). Plus generous benefits. These include:

• 57 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
• Financial support towards teacher training course fees if you do not have a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE)
• Progression beyond point 12 of the salary scale (£40,407) is subject to Tutors obtaining QTLS. Staff with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) via the Society for Education and Training (SET) are eligible to receive an enhanced salary of £44,875 - please see attached salary guidance for further details.

About the role
York College has an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, enthusiastic and experienced Tutor of Travel & Tourism to join our successful Hospitality & Tourism team. This exciting position offers the opportunity to inspire and develop the next generation of travel and tourism professionals through engaging, industry-focused teaching.
The successful candidate will teach across Travel & Tourism programmes at Levels 2 and 3 contributing to the continued success, growth and development of the curriculum area. Working within a supportive and ambitious team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality learning experiences that enable students to achieve their full potential.
The Hospitality & Tourism curriculum area currently offers NCFE Level 2 and Level 3 BTEC Foundation and Extended Diploma courses in Travel and Tourism and runs an exciting domestic tourism-based enrichment programme.

About the Person
We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and highly motivated individual who is passionate about Travel & Tourism education and committed to student success.
You should hold a degree, HNC or professional qualification in a Travel, Tourism, Aviation or Business-related subject and ideally possess a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE or Cert Ed.
Experience of working within the travel, tourism or aviation sector is essential. The role would suit an industry professional looking to share their expertise with future professionals or an experienced educator seeking a new and rewarding opportunity.
You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to inspire, motivate and support students from a range of backgrounds. A commitment to high standards, innovation in teaching and collaborative working will be key to success in this role.

About the College
York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.

We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.

With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.

Please visit our website: www.yorkcollege.ac.uk

Want to know more?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lyn Aikman, Curriculum and Standards Manager: Hospitality & Tourism, at lynnaikman@yorkcollege.ac.uk 01904 770280.

Staff benefits & Important notices
You can find full details on our job vacancies page, just below the current vacancies: Job Vacancies | York College & University Centre. Be sure to explore the range of additional benefits and perks that make York College a brilliant place to work.

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Closing date: 29 September 2026 (9am)
Interview date: 7 October 2026