Functional Skills Tutor

Tradewind Recruitment; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in education is seeking a passionate Functional Skills Tutor (Maths or English Specialist) in Daventry, UK. The role involves delivering Functional Skills qualifications and supporting students to gain essential literacy and numeracy skills. Ideal candidates should have a recognized teaching qualification and experience in alternative education settings. The position offers flexible working patterns, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training and CPD

Flexible working patterns

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in teaching or tutoring Functional Skills or strong experience in delivering Maths/English.
• Experience in working with learners with additional needs is desirable.
• Creative and flexible classroom practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Maths, English, and lifeskills.
• Monitor and track student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Support students’ behavioural, attendance, and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Teaching or tutoring Functional Skills

Experience with learners with additional needs

Strong knowledge of Functional Skills curriculum

Excellent communication skills

Education

Recognised qualification in teaching or tutoring Functional Skills

Job description

Functional Skills Tutor (Maths or English Specialist)

About the Role

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Functional Skills Tutors with a specialisms in either Maths or English to join our team to support alternnate provision schools and colleges.
You will be delivering Functional Skills qualifications (Entry Level to Level 2) to students in Key Stages 3, 4, and FE helping them to gain essential literacy and numeracy skills that will support their progression into further education, apprenticeships, or employment.
This is an opportunity to make a real impact, teaching small groups of students in a supportive and nurturing environment, where building confidence and fostering engagement is just as important as delivering curriculum content.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and/or deliver engaging and accessible lessons in Maths, English, lifeskills adapted to learners with varying abilities.
• Identify and assess students' starting points and differentiate learning accordingly.
• Embed practical, real-world relevance into lessons to support vocational learning pathways.
• Monitor and track student progress; maintain accurate records and contribute to reports.
• Support with behaviour, attendance and emotional wellbeing, creating a positive learning atmosphere.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and resource development.
• Liaise with the Centre Manager, parents/carers, and external bodies regarding student progress and accreditation.

Person Specification

• A recognised qualification in teaching or tutoring Functional Skills (or strong experience delivering Maths/English at secondary/post-16 level).
• Experience working with learners with additional needs or in alternative settings is desirable.
• Confident classroom or small-group practitioner; creative and flexible in approach.
• Strong knowledge of Functional Skills curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Committed to inclusive practice and building confidence in reluctant learners.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Why Tradewind Recruitment?

• Ongoing training and CPD - upskill in vocational delivery, trauma-informed approaches, and more.
• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability.
• Join a school where your impact is direct, visible, and valued.
• Long-term opportunities and career progression in specialist settings.

Interested? Apply now via Tradewind Recruitment to be considered. We welcome applications from qualified teachers, FE lecturers, tutors, and experienced support staff with relevant subject knowledge.