Functional Skills Teacher

Prospero Teaching; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking a SEN Functional Skills Teacher in West Drayton, London. The ideal candidate will have teaching qualifications and experience with SEN learners, focusing on enhancing their functional skills in a supportive environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a chance to make a significant impact on students' educational journeys.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Calm, adaptable approach to teaching.
• Ability to differentiate for varied SEN and SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach functional skills in English and Maths to small groups.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for varied learners.
• Support students' wellbeing and academic progress.

Skills

Experience delivering functional skills to SEN learners

Knowledge of SEMH and inclusive teaching practices

Strong behaviour management skills

Education

QTS, QTLS or post-16 teaching qualification

Job description

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Job Title: SEN Functional Skills Teacher
Area: West Drayton, London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm

About the school:
A specialist SEMH school for students aged 11-19 with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school offers personalised learning, vocational pathways, and integrated therapeutic support in a modern, purpose-built environment.

About the role:
Teach functional skills in English and Maths to small groups of SEN students. Lessons are practical, differentiated, and designed to prepare learners for future education, employment, or training. Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support wellbeing and academic progress.

We’re looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• Plan and deliver Entry Level to Level 2 functional skills
• Differentiate content for students with varied SEN and SEMH needs
• Support EHCP targets through creative and practical teaching
• Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils

Requirements –
The ideal candidate would have:

• QTS, QTLS or post-16 teaching qualification
• Experience delivering functional skills to SEN learners
• Knowledge of SEMH and inclusive teaching practices
• A calm, adaptable approach and strong behaviour management skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy.Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.