Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a dedicated Functional Skills Maths Tutor to deliver flexible 1:1 support to a learner in Halton. The role offers 5–15 hours per week with an ongoing start from September 2026.

You will tailor lessons to bridge gaps in education, making numeracy practical, accessible and engaging for the learner. Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths or similar, strong maths knowledge, and a patient, adaptable approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths or similar.
• Strong Maths and numeracy knowledge.
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience.
• Experience supporting young people.
• Patient and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Two professional child-related references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 Functional Skills Maths tuition.
• Identify areas for development.
• Plan lessons around individual targets.
• Break down mathematical concepts clearly.
• Adapt sessions to maintain engagement.
• Encourage progress and confidence.
• Provide regular feedback.

Skills

Functional Skills Maths

Teaching/Tutoring

Learner support

DBS Update Service

Right to Work in UK

References provided

Job description

Functional Skills Maths Tutor - Halton

Location: Halton

Hours: 5-15 hours per week

Start Date: September 2026

Duration: Ongoing

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Functional Skills Maths Tutor to deliver flexible 1:1 support to a learner in Halton.

This role would suit a tutor who is confident working with learners who may have gaps in their education and can make numeracy skills practical, accessible and engaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 Functional Skills Maths tuition
• Identify areas for development
• Plan lessons around individual targets
• Break down mathematical concepts clearly
• Adapt sessions to maintain engagement
• Encourage progress and confidence
• Provide regular feedback

Requirements

• Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths or similar
• Strong Maths and numeracy knowledge
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience
• Experience supporting young people
• Patient and adaptable approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Right to Work in the UK
• Two professional child-related references

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.