Functional Skills Tutor

Dovetail and Slate; England; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment company is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high-quality English and Maths training to adult learners. This role offers a supportive environment focusing on innovative teaching and tailored support, with essential qualifications and a passion for education required. Competitive benefits include a generous leave policy and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

Ongoing professional development

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills or GCSE English/Maths.
• Proven ability to assess and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective teaching of Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Plan sessions that motivate learners of varying abilities.
• Provide constructive feedback and individualised support.

Skills

Classroom management

Engagement skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE, DTLLS)

Minimum Level 2 in English and Maths

Job description

Job Title - Functional Skills Tutor (English and Maths)

Salary - 31,193.34 per annum

Location - Minley, Hampshire

Contract Type - Permanent, Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated and inspiring Functional Skills Tutor to join a dynamic team of education professionals, delivering high-quality English and Maths Functional Skills to learners at Levels 1 and 2. This is an exciting opportunity to support adult learners in achieving essential qualifications that will enhance their career opportunities and personal development.

The Organisation

Our client is a respected training provider with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional education and vocational training across the UK. They are passionate about helping every learner reach their full potential through innovative teaching, tailored support, and a commitment to excellence. Working within a professional and supportive environment, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact learning that truly makes a difference.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective teaching of Functional Skills English and Maths (Levels 1 & 2) to adult learners.
• Plan, prepare and deliver sessions that motivate and challenge learners of varying abilities.
• Assess and monitor learner progress, providing constructive feedback and individualised support.
• Embed Functional Skills learning within vocational and practical contexts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high standards of delivery and learner achievement.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to internal quality assurance processes.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE, DTLLS, or equivalent).
• Minimum of Level 2 (GCSE grade C/4 or above) in English and Maths.
• Proven experience delivering Functional Skills or GCSE English/Maths within FE, adult learning, or training environments.
• Strong classroom management and learner engagement skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal abilities.
• A genuine passion for supporting learners to achieve their goals.

Desirable

• Experience teaching in a military, defence, or public sector training environment.
• Assessing and/or IQA qualifications (A1, CAVA, TAQA, V1).

Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service).
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Life assurance and income protection schemes.
• Access to comprehensive wellbeing and employee support programmes.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Free on-site parking and access to excellent training facilities.

Don't wait - apply today and join a passionate, professional team delivering life-changing education and training.

We also have multiple opportunities available across the region - even if this role isn't quite right for you, we'd still love to hear from you!

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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Because education matters.

Dovetail and Slate Limited.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited acts as an Employment Agency.