Have you ever considered becoming an AAT tutor? It can be a very rewarding and fulfilling career and there is currently high demand for AAT tutors so it has never been a better time to move into this area.

Teaching students from a wide range of backgrounds, seeing them learn, improve their understanding of the subject and grow in confidence is extremely satisfying.  Teaching is also a good way of keeping your accounting skills up to date, maintaining your awareness of current issues and trends, and learning to use the latest technology.

Flexible working hours are an additional benefit as well as several weeks holiday.  This is especially beneficial if you have children at school as the holidays will usually be mirrored.

Case studies

Rachel Brown is an AAT Tutor at Kaplan Financial in Newcastle. She previously worked as an Accounts Assistant whilst completing the AAT modern apprenticeship programme. After successfully passing the AAT exams, she was faced with the difficult choice of continuing her career as a management accountant, follow the path to becoming a chartered accountant or become an AAT Tutor. Two years later, Rachel does not regret the option that she chose. 
Read Rachel’s story.

Tom Hartgill is the Head of Centre and AAT Tutor for Kaplan Financial in Milton Keynes. He previously worked for an accountancy practice whilst studying AAT. Read Tom’s story.

How to become a tutor

Whether you have just completed your studies or have been working in an accounting role for years, it is never too late to become a tutor.

The qualifications required to become a tutor may depend on the requirements of the individual training provider. Many training providers offer financial support for training and professional development with qualified tutors on hand to offer guidance and advice.

In order to assess or internally verify any AAT qualification the appropriate qualifications are necessary. 

Many training providers rely on a mix of part and full time staff to teach and administer the AAT qualification, and some tutors work part time at 2 or more training providers as this meets their needs.

Details of current roles available are listed below. It is also worth contacting AAT training providers in your local area to see if they have any vacancies. Details of training providers can be found by searching your local area on the Find a Centre service.

Vacancies

ABAC Training

AAT Tutor/Assessor (Co Durham)

We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced part-time tutor to deliver and assess AAT programmes at all levels.  You must have a teaching qualification, an A1 Assessor award and a minimum of 6 months teaching experience.  You are also required to possess an appropriate accounting qualification.  The ideal candidate must be flexible, motivated and willing to travel within the County Durham and Tyneside area.  

Please email your CV and covering letter to Wendy Matthews.

Epping Forest College

AAT Lecturer/Assessor

We are seeking a part-time AAT Lecturer/Assessor to deliver various hours across all levels including computerised accounts using SAGE line50.  

The ideal candidate will have a recognised teaching qualification (although applicants without this will be considered),   an accountancy qualification and an  A1 award (previously known as D32/D33)

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the current team,  be flexible and motivate the students so that they achieve their full potential.   

Please forward CVs to Pam Blencowe at pblencow@efc.ac.uk

Home Learning College

Tutors

We offer a wide range of home study courses leading to industry recognised professional qualifications.  Nearly 2750 AAT students are currently undertaking an AAT course with us and more are enrolling each month from all backgrounds and ages.

We are looking for eager and enthusiastic individuals, preferably with experience in distance learning.  Applicants must have a relevant accounting qualification and assessor awards.  Teaching qualifications will be highly desirable although not a prerequisite.

Please email your CV and a covering letter to Pauline James for further consideration.

To find out more about Home Learning College please visit our website


Actrain

NVQ Assessor and Internal Verifier (London)

Are you a qualified NVQ Assessor or Internal Verifier with experience of AAT assessment? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the training sector? If you're looking for a new challenge in a rewarding environment then we want to hear from you!

We are a training provider based in North London and we are looking for an NVQ Assessor and Internal Verifier in Accounting and/or Payroll Administration to assess and quality assure the delivery of our NVQs to Level 3 around the North, North West and East London.

NVQ Assessor Candidates will:

• Have an A1 Assessors award
• Experience of AAT assessment for at least one year
• Observe and assess candidates in their workplace
• Examine candidates' portfolios of evidence
• Question candidates about how they would deal with non-standard situations
• Sign off the NVQ when all the requirements have been met
• Keep records of candidates' progress

NVQ Internal Verifier Candidates will:

• Have a V1 Assessors award with recent IV experience
• Experience of AAT assessment for at least one year
• Have to verify assessment
• Develop and support the A1 Assessor
• Manage and quality assure the NVQ delivery
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with awarding bodies and other stakeholder providers
• Ensure targets for learners are achieved in line with set profiles
• Evaluate team performance and develop plans to improve performance
• Audit documents against specifications and keep records
• Analyse data and produce plans for improvement

If you have your A1or V1 award and are looking for an exciting new role please get in touch with Euphemia Takyi on 020 8365 1166 or Email for a full job description and person specifications for the above vacancies.

FM Business School

Assessors/Tutors (Birmingham and London)

This is an exciting opportunity for AAT Tutors in Birmingham and London to join our expanding team.   

Who we're looking for:

You may be an AAT tutor who is looking to develop their career in training / teaching, or you may be an AAT qualified accountant looking to become an AAT Tutor. We are looking for eager and enthusiastic individuals who are easily able to establish a working rapport with students and support them throughout their studies.

Teaching and NVQ assessor experience is desirable but not essential as training will be given.

In the first instance please email your CV and a covering letter.