Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time schedule

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor for English and Maths in South Manchester. This part-time role involves delivering individualized tutoring sessions, planning lessons for various learning abilities, and supporting learners in achieving essential skills. Candidates should have at least one year of teaching experience, strong communication skills, and the right to work in the UK. This is a flexible opportunity to create a positive environment for learners to succeed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring English and/or Maths.
• Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills learning.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage diverse learners.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group Functional Skills English and/or Maths sessions.
• Plan and adapt lessons for different learning abilities.
• Support learners in developing core literacy and numeracy skills.
• Build positive relationships to promote progress.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Teaching English

Teaching Maths

Strong communication skills

Engaging learners

Education

PGCE in Secondary Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Functional Skills Tutor English & Maths (South Manchester)
Location: South Manchester
Pay Rate: Up to GBP30 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Temporary Part-Time

Our Functional Skills Tutors play an important role in supporting learners who need additional help to develop essential English and Maths skills. Working on a one-to-one or small group basis, you will help students build confidence, improve their core skills, and achieve recognised Functional Skills qualifications.

We understand that every learner progresses at their own pace. That's why we encourage a supportive, flexible approach to tutoring, creating an environment where learners feel comfortable, motivated, and able to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group Functional Skills English and/or Maths sessions.
• Plan and adapt lessons to suit different learning abilities and engagement levels.
• Support learners in developing core literacy and numeracy skills relevant to everyday life and work.
• Build positive relationships with learners to promote confidence and consistent progress.
• Monitor progress and provide clear feedback to learners and relevant professionals where required.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring English and/or Maths.
• Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills learning.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage learners with different needs and abilities.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Must have, or be willing to undertake, an Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable Qualifications

• PGCE in Secondary Education and/or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience supporting learners working below expected levels.
• Experience working in alternative provision, further education, or training settings.

If you are a patient and engaging tutor with a passion for helping learners build essential skills and you’re ready to make a real impact, this role offers a rewarding opportunity with a flexible, part-time schedule.

Other Information

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

If you're interested, please apply or send your CV to (url removed).