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.


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

Damar Ltd, Stockport

Damar has a full or part-time (depending on candidate) post as an trainer/assessor specialising in the delivery of AAT accounts apprenticeships (at levels 2 and 3). Experience of delivery at level 4 is desirable but not a requirement.

Potential candidates must be comfortable delivering 1:1 training and assessment in the workplace as well as in a small group environment at our Stockport base as well as on our employers premises across the North-West.

Prior qualifications: accounts qualified to AAT Technician or higher, A1.

Salary: negotiable

Please send CVs to Robin Lindsay (Training Manager)

Babington Business College

Babington Business College require Accounts Tutor/Assessor to train students for Certificate at Level 2 and Diplomas 3 and 4 Association of Accounting Technicians at in the Yorkshire area. To start September 2010.

Duties:

Delivering Association of Accounting Technician (AAT) at all levels, groups of up to 18 students in college on day release. Marking and possibly some assessing of students work and advising on evidence collection.

Person Spec:

At least 3 years’ relevant practical accounts/book-keeping experience essential. Must be qualified to at least AAT Technician level, eg ACA or ACCA stage 1 or above etc. Familiarity with AAT an advantage.

A1/PTTLS/V1 qualified would be preferred, however where not, then commitment to achieve is essential.

GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in Maths, English is essential.

Teaching/training and NVQ assessing experience and qualifications an advantage. Good communications skills and ability to empathise with 16-24 year olds essential. Confidence, tolerance and sense of humour essential.

Babington Business College is committed to Equal Opportunities and is Positive about Disabled People.

Closing date:

27th August 2010

To apply:

See our website or email vacancies@babington.co.uk for an application form and pack as CV's are not accepted.

Basingstoke College of Technology

Business, Leisure Hospitality and Professional Studies Department

Sessional Lecturers – AAT And City & guilds

£23.86 to £34.04 per hour (includes holiday accrual pay) – payable on claims basis

We are looking for Lecturers with appropriate FE teaching & assessor qualifications, experience of teaching AAT and vocational competence to meet the requirements of the AAT.

We will be implementing the new QCF qualification syllabus and use modern electronic teaching aids and an intranet system so tutors need to be able to prepare and work with these teaching tools.

We are looking to cover the following units

AAT Level 2 - Accounting and costing Units, and WEAF (Thursday day and evening)
AAT Level 2 computerised accounts (Using Sage software) (Thursday day and evening)
City & Guilds Computerised Accounts Level 1 & 2 (Using Sage software) (Tuesday evening)
AAT Level 2&3 Professional Ethics (Wednesday Day & Evening)
AAT Level 4 – Principles of Internal Control (Project), Budgeting, Financial Performance,  (Tuesday & Thursday Evening)
 
So if you have experience of any of the subjects above and are interested in working with our small team please contact the Coordinating Lecturer for Finance Programmes angela.greening@bcot.ac.uk or ring 01256 306590 for an informal discussion.

Epping Forest College

AAT Lecturer/Assessor

We are seeking a part time AAT Lecturer/Assessor to deliver various hours across Certificate & Diploma levels.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised teaching qualification (although applicants without this will be considered), and a part or full accountancy qualification.  You will need the A1 award (previously known as D32/D33) or be willing to undertake training to obtain this qualification.

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.

The successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced CRB Disclosure statement.

Please forward CVs to Pam Blencowe alternatively call a member of the Personnel Team on 0208 502 8793

North East Chamber of Commerce

AAT Tutor/Assessor


We seek to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated individual to assist with the delivery and development of our AAT programmes.

The ideal candidate will have an accountancy qualification. A teaching and assessor’s (A1) qualification would also be desirable, although not essential, as training will be given.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the existing team and assist in the delivery of AAT qualifications up to Level 4 (Technician). A flexible approach to work and willingness to travel throughout the North East are prerequisites for this role.

Please e-mail your CV and covering letter to Caroline Whitmore at: caroline.whitmore@necc.co.uk.

To find out more about NECC, please visit our website: www.necc.co.uk

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.

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