Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Chester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated Functional Skills Tutors to deliver high-quality 1:1 tuition across Chester. The role focuses on Functional Skills English and Maths, helping learners strengthen literacy and numeracy while building confidence for further education, employment and daily life.

The position is part-time (5–15 hours per week) with a September 2026 start date and ongoing hours.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and/or Maths.
• Relevant teaching or tutoring experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A supportive and learner-centred teaching style.

Skills

Functional Skills English

Functional Skills Maths

Teaching or tutoring experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Functional Skills Tutor - Chester

Prospero Teaching is seeking dedicated Functional Skills Tutors to deliver high-quality 1:1 tuition across Chester.

The Opportunity

This role involves supporting learners working towards Functional Skills English and Maths qualifications, helping them strengthen essential literacy and numeracy skills while building confidence for further education, employment and everyday life.

Position Details

• Location: Chester
• Position: Functional Skills Tutor
• Hours: 5-15 hours per week (flexible)
• Start Date: September 2026
• Duration: Ongoing

Experience, Training and Qualifications

The successful tutor will have:

• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and/or Maths
• Relevant teaching or tutoring experience
• Excellent communication skills
• A supportive and learner-centred teaching style

To be eligible, you must:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate registered with the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one
• Provide two professional references