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Functional Skills Tutor

Teaching Personnel

Cheltenham

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Part time

25 days ago

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Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor for part-time or full-time roles in Swindon. The position involves engaging with students needing personalized Maths and English tuition, especially those facing additional challenges. Candidates will have flexible hours and a supportive team, with the opportunity to positively impact learners' lives.

Benefits

Flexible hours
Supportive team
Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

  • Experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills Maths and English required.
  • Track record of supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs.
  • Confident in assessing needs and planning lessons.

Responsibilities

  • Work 1:1 with students to build skills in Maths and English.
  • Assess starting points and plan engaging lessons.
  • Communicate with families and local authorities for support.

Skills

Teaching Maths
Teaching English
SEN Support
SEMH Support
Assessment
Communication

Education

Appropriate teaching qualifications
DBS check or willingness to apply

Job description

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Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English) – Swindon

Hourly Rate: £20–£30 (DOE)
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Hours: Flexible, part-time or full-time options

Are you ready to make every lesson count?

In Swindon, more students than ever are reaching out for support with their Maths and English – and we want you to be the person who helps them succeed.

We work side-by-side with Swindon Local Authority to provide one-to-one tuition for children and young people of all backgrounds and abilities. Many of our learners face additional challenges, like SEN or SEMH needs. They’re looking for a tutor who can see their potential, adapt their teaching, and make learning feel possible.

What will you do?
  • Work 1:1 with students to build skills and confidence in Maths and English
  • Assess starting points and identify the best way forward for each learner
  • Plan engaging, accessible sessions that meet individual needs—including SEN and SEMH support
  • Track progress, celebrate achievements, and adjust your approach as needed
  • Communicate with families, schools, and the local authority to ensure joined-up support
Who are we looking for?
  • Someone with experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills Maths and English
  • A track record of supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs
  • Confident in assessing needs, planning lessons, and delivering learning in a flexible way
  • Strong communicator: able to build trust with students and work in partnership with professionals
  • Enhanced DBS check (or happy to apply for one)
What’s in it for you?
  • Flexible hours that fit around your life
  • A supportive, friendly team
  • Most importantly: the chance to make a real difference, one learner at a time

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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