Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a motivated Functional Skills Maths Tutor to help learners improve their numeracy and work towards recognised qualifications. The role involves delivering individualised tuition at an appropriate level, building learner confidence and making Maths accessible through clear explanations and practical examples.

The position is a part-time role based in Wrexham, with 5–15 hours per week, starting in October 2026 and ongoing duration.

Qualifications

• Qualified or experienced in teaching Functional Skills or numeracy.
• Strong maths knowledge and ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills or numeracy.
• Ability to explain challenging concepts in an accessible way.
• Patient, organised and encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one Functional Skills Maths tuition
• Support learners with arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages and measurements
• Develop practical problem-solving and numeracy skills
• Prepare learners for Functional Skills assessments
• Monitor progress and adapt sessions to learning needs

Skills

Maths knowledge

Explain concepts clearly

Patience

Student engagement

Education

QTS/PGCE or equivalent

Experience with Functional Skills

Strong maths background

Job description

• Job Title: Functional Skills Maths and Numeracy Tutor
• Location: Wrexham
• Hours: 5-15 hours per week
• Start Date: October 2026
• Duration: Ongoing

About the Role

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a motivated Functional Skills Maths Tutor to help learners improve their numeracy, develop practical mathematical skills and work towards recognised qualifications.

The role involves delivering individualised tuition at an appropriate level, building learner confidence and making Maths accessible through clear explanations and practical examples.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one Functional Skills Maths tuition
• Support learners with arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages and measurementsli>
• Develop practical problem-solving and numeracy skills
• Prepare learners for Functional Skills assessments
• Monitor progress and adapt sessions to individual learning needs

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification or QTS/PGCE desirable
• Strong Maths subject knowledge
• Experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills or equivalent numeracy
• Ability to explain challenging concepts in an accessible way
• Patient, organised 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

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