Functional Skills Trainer

RecruitedUK; Tendring; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Fridays

Job summary

RecruitedUK is seeking a dedicated Tutor to support learners aged 16–19 through Personal Development, Functional Skills English & Maths, Employability and Occupational Studies at Clacton - on - Sea. The role requires a Level 3+ teaching qualification, a full assessor award (TAQA) or equivalent, and proven experience delivering Functional Skills English and Maths.

You will deliver across all listed subject areas, work on-site Monday to Thursday with remote Fridays, and maintain accurate records

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 or higher with teaching credential.
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Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Personal Development sessions, incorporating British Values and wider curriculum.

Skills

ICT skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Classroom management

Independent working

Education

Teaching qualification Level 3+

TAQA or equivalent assessor award

Functional Skills English & Maths delivery

English & Maths A*-C or equivalent

Tools

Electronic portfolios

Job description

Location: Clacton - on - Sea

Salary: From £33,000 FTE, pro rata for 42 weeks per year

Contract: Full-time, permanent, term-time only

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week

Working pattern: Monday to Thursday on-site, with remote working on Fridays

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 8:45am–5:15pm
• Friday: 8:45am–2:15pm (Remote)
• 37.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year

About the Role:

Are you a passionate and engaging Tutor who enjoys helping young people build confidence, develop essential life skills and prepare for their future?

We are seeking a dedicated Tutor to support learners aged 16–19 through an engaging programme of Personal Development, Functional Skills English and Maths, Employability and Occupational Studies.

Please note: This role requires delivery across all subject areas listed above. It is not a fully remote or hybrid role in the usual sense, as you will be based at the Clacton - on -Sea to Thursday, with remote working on Fridays home working.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Personal Development sessions, incorporating Fundamental British Values and the wider curriculum.
• Deliver Functional Skills English and Maths from Entry Level to Level 2 across vocational programmes.
• Prepare and support learners for Functional Skills assessments and examinations.
• Deliver accredited Occupational Studies and Employability qualifications.
• Develop interactive sessions covering personal growth, online safety, Prevent, sexual violence prevention and other relevant safeguarding themes.
• Monitor learner attendance, progress and achievement, maintaining accurate records and electronic portfolios.

About You

• A recognised teaching qualification at Level 3 or above.
• A full assessor award, TAQA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and Maths.
• At least three years' experience in classroom delivery and assessment.
• English and Maths qualifications at Grade A*–C, or equivalent.
• Strong ICT skills and experience using electronic portfolios.
• Excellent organisational, communication and classroom management skills.
• The ability to work independently, adapt delivery to learners' needs and motivate young people to achieve.

You will be committed to safeguarding, inclusive learning and helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need to progress.