Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Prospero Teaching Manchester; Sefton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a knowledgeable Maths Tutor to support learners in Southport, assisting progress in Functional Skills and GCSE Maths outcomes. The role involves delivering accessible, structured tuition that adapts to varying abilities and learning goals.

The tutor will monitor progress and tailor sessions to individual development. You will work to build confidence in mathematics, explain concepts clearly, and support learners toward achieving their functional skills targets, with

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring Maths.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills and/or GCSE Maths.
• A teaching qualification is desirable.
• Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly.
• A supportive and encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills and GCSE Maths tuition.
• Support learners with number, percentages, fractions and algebra.
• Develop problem-solving and mathematical reasoning skills.
• Identify gaps in understanding and provide targeted intervention.
• Track progress and adapt lessons to support individual development.

Skills

Maths tutoring

Functional Skills Maths

GCSE Maths

Numeracy

Lesson delivery

Education

Teaching qualification desirable

Job description

Functional Skills and GCSE Maths Tutor - Southport

Location: Southport

Hours: 5-15 hours per week

Start Date: November 2026

Duration: Ongoing

Prospero Teaching is looking for a knowledgeable Maths Tutor to support learners working towards improved numeracy skills, Functional Skills qualifications and GCSE Maths outcomes.

The successful candidate will be able to deliver accessible, structured tuition that responds to different abilities and learning goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills and GCSE Maths tuition.
• Support learners with number, percentages, fractions and algebra.
• Develop problem-solving and mathematical reasoning skills.
• Identify gaps in understanding and provide targeted intervention.
• Track progress and adapt lessons to support individual development.

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring Maths.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills and/or GCSE Maths.
• Relevant teaching qualification desirable.
• Ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly.
• A supportive and encouraging approach.

Essential Requirements

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain the required clearance.
• Two professional references.