Functional Skills Math'S Tutor

Dovetail And Slate Ltd; Toseland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail And Slate Ltd is recruiting a Functional Skills Maths Tutor to join the education team on-site at HMP Whitemoor. You will deliver City & Guilds Functional Skills Maths qualifications from Entry Level 1 through to Level 2, teaching small groups of up to 12 adult learners and supporting their rehabilitation journey.

The role focuses on practical, accessible maths, with emphasis on diagnostic assessments, ILPs, differentiated lesson plans, and collaboration with prison staff and

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification in Mathematics and a Level 5 teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, or equivalent) are desirable.
• Proven experience delivering Functional Skills Maths.
• Experience in prison education, adult learning, or Further Education (FE) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver interactive City & Guilds Functional Skills Maths sessions to small class sizes (up to 12 learners) across Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
• Assessment & Tracking: Conduct initial assessments and utilise BKSB diagnostic tools to establish baseline levels, setting up and maintaining ILPs.
• Targeted Support: Design inclusive, differentiated lesson plans catering to diverse learning abilities and additional needs, preparing learners for formal examinations.
• Enrichment & Collaboration: Promote numeracy and literacy across the prison environment while working with prison staff and employability teams.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptive teaching

Administrative skills

Passion for maths

Education

Level 3 Mathematics

Level 5 teaching qualification

Job description

Job Title: Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Location: HMP Whitemoor (March, Cambridgeshire)

Salary: From £30,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

Are you an engaging educator with strong numeracy skills looking for a teaching role where your work genuinely transforms lives?

We are recruiting for a dedicated Functional Skills Maths Tutor to join the education team on-site at HMP Whitemoor. In this role, you will deliver City & Guilds Functional Skills Maths qualifications from Entry Level 1 through to Level 2. Teaching small, focused groups of up to 12 adult learners, you will play a vital role in their rehabilitation journey-using practical, adaptive techniques to make maths accessible, relevant, and directly applicable to future employment and daily life.

What You Will Be Doing

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver interactive City & Guilds Functional Skills Maths sessions to small class sizes (up to 12 learners) across Entry Level 1 to Level 2.




• Assessment & Tracking: Conduct initial assessments and utilise BKSB diagnostic tools to establish baseline levels, setting up and maintaining Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).




• Targeted Support: Design inclusive, differentiated lesson plans catering to diverse learning abilities and additional needs, thoroughly preparing learners for formal examinations.




• Enrichment & Collaboration: Promote numeracy, functional literacy, and reading for pleasure across the prison environment while working alongside prison staff, support practitioners, and employability teams.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: A Level 3 qualification in Mathematics and a Level 5 teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, or equivalent) are desirable.




• No Teaching or Level 3 Qualification? No Problem! If you have a strong numeracy background and a passion for teaching, full support and funding can be provided to help you work towards these qualifications on the job.




• Experience: Proven experience delivering Functional Skills Maths. Prior experience within prison education, adult learning, or Further Education (FE) is advantageous.




• Key Skills: Excellent classroom management, adaptive teaching methods, strong administrative skills, and a genuine passion for making maths engaging.




• Desirable Criteria: Familiarity with BKSB tools, knowledge of Ofsted's Education Inspection Framework (EIF), or an Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification.

Important Notice

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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