Functional Skills Tutor

Supply Star Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the education sector is looking for a motivated Functional Skills Maths and English Tutor to join on a part-time basis. The role involves delivering engaging sessions to help students achieve their qualifications, ensuring a supportive environment, and tracking their progress. Successful candidates will have a teaching qualification or be willing to obtain one, alongside experience in teaching Functional Skills or GCSE subjects. A clear DBS certificate is necessary, with support available for those needing one.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one is essential.
• Experience teaching Functional Skills Maths and/or English is preferred.
• Clear DBS certificate required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Functional Skills lessons.
• Adapt teaching methods to individual learner needs.
• Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to motivate learners

Interpersonal skills

Education

Teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, Level 3/4 Award in Education & Training)

Functional Skills or GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and supportive Functional Skills Maths and English Tutor to join work on a part-time basis. You will deliver engaging, learner-focused sessions to support students in achieving their Functional Skills qualifications and developing confidence in essential numeracy and literacy skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Functional Skills Maths and English lessons (Entry Level to Level 2)
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learner needs
• Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback
• Prepare learners for assessments and exams
• Maintain accurate records in line with organisational requirements
• Provide a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Requirements

• Teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, Level 3/4 Award in Education & Training) or willingness to work towards one
• Functional Skills or GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above
• Experience teaching Functional Skills Maths and/or English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate and engage learners with varying abilities

Desirable

• Experience working with learners with additional needs
• Assessing qualification (TAQA/A1 or equivalent)
• Experience delivering online or blended learning

You must have a clear DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost of £63.

If you have a CV that showcases your experience working in the education sector, care sector or in a similar capacity, please send it for consideration.