Functional Skills English Tutor

Reed; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor specializing in English. You will deliver engaging lessons to learners in the offender learning sector, assess progress, and maintain a safe learning environment. Candidates must hold a Level 5 teaching qualification and a Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy. Benefits include 40 days annual leave and significant pension contributions.

Benefits

40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

2 hours for wellbeing/personal development per week

Significant Pension contributions (Teachers pension scheme)

Retail Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Full teaching qualification at Level 5 or above required.
• Ability to maintain a clean DBS check is essential.
• Experience in the offender learning sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective lessons in English to learners.
• Assess learners' progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop teaching materials to accommodate diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with staff to plan and coordinate activities.
• Maintain a supportive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Teaching qualification at Level 5 or above

Proven track record in teaching English and Maths

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to motivate and inspire learners

Experience in challenging environments

Education

Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy

Job description

Functional Skills English Tutor

• Annual Salary:£29,047 - £38,124
• Location: Yorkshire
• Job Type:Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor specialising in English for the Offender Learning Sector. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a difference and contributing to the educational rehabilitation of learners within a secure environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons in English to learners within the offender learning sector.
• Assess and record learners' progress and provide feedback to help them achieve their educational goals.
• Develop and adapt teaching materials to meet the needs of individuals with varying educational backgrounds and learning abilities.
• Collaborate with other educational staff to plan and coordinate educational activities and programs.
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment that respects learner diversity.
• Comply with all institutional policies and regulations related to teaching in a secure environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A full teaching qualification at Level 5 or above.
• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Proven track record of effective teaching in English and Maths.
• Ability to gain, hold, and maintain a clean, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire learners.
• Experience working in challenging environments, preferably within the offender learning sector, is advantageous.

Benefits:

• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• Significant Pension contributions (Teachers pension scheme)
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

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