Functional Skills Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated Functional Skills Tutors to support learners in English and Maths across Nottinghamshire. This role offers flexible, part-time or full-time opportunities to help students gain essential qualifications and skills for life and employment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay with weekly payments

Access to ongoing CPD and training

Personalised support from an education consultant

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills in English and/or Maths.
• A recognised teaching or assessing qualification preferred.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Functional Skills sessions.
• Support students towards Entry Level, Level 1 or Level 2 qualifications.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback on progress.

Skills

Functional Skills delivery

Adaptability

Strong subject knowledge

Education

PGCE, QTS, Cert Ed, AET

Job description

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Teaching Personnel is seeking dedicated and experienced Functional Skills Tutors to support learners in English and Maths across Nottinghamshire. This is a valuable opportunity to help students gain essential qualifications and skills for life, education, and employment.

Position Overview:

Location: Nottinghamshire (multiple in-person locations and remote delivery available)

Subjects: Functional Skills English and/or Maths

Pay Rate: £25–£30 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Flexible – part-time and full-time roles available

Role Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver high-quality Functional Skills sessions tailored to learners' individual needs

Support students working towards Entry Level, Level 1, or Level 2 Functional Skills qualifications

Track progress and provide clear, constructive feedback

Adapt teaching methods to suit varying learning styles and abilities

Requirements:

Experience delivering Functional Skills in English and/or Maths

A recognised teaching or assessing qualification is preferred (e.g. PGCE, QTS, Cert Ed, AET, etc.)

Strong subject knowledge and a flexible, supportive teaching approach

An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly pay with weekly payments

Flexible work that fits around your availability

Access to ongoing CPD and specialist training

Personalised support from your own education consultant

This is an excellent opportunity for tutors, teachers, or support staff with experience in Functional Skills education to make a meaningful difference. Apply now to help learners build the skills they need to progress.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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