Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a qualified Tutor to provide support in Maths, English, and Science for students who are not accessing mainstream education. Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, particularly with SEN students. This role requires adaptability in teaching methods and the ability to create a supportive learning environment. Enhanced DBS check required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of teaching or tutoring experience in Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Experience working with SEN students.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition in Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Develop and implement personalised lesson plans.
• Provide regular feedback to students and families.

Skills

Tutoring core subjects

Adapting teaching methods

Monitoring student progress

Creating supportive learning environment

Education

PGCE and/or QTS

Job description

The Opportunity

Prospero Teaching are partnered with Local Councils and SEND teams throughout the UK. We provide educational support to individuals who are currently out of mainstream education, those seeking additional support, and individuals with SEND.

We are currently looking for a Tutor with Qualified Teacher Status to provide support in the core subjects of Maths, English and Science to support pupils who are not currently accessing mainstream education.

Due to the nature of the students, we provide support to, applicants must have experience tutoring core subjects.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition in Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Adapt teaching methods to support students with SEN needs, ensuring lessons are accessible and engaging.
• Develop and implement personalised lesson plans that address individual learning gaps.
• Monitor student progress and provide regular, constructive feedback to students and their families.
• Create a supportive and motivating learning environment to help students build confidence in Maths and English.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of teaching or tutoring experience in Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Experience working with SEN students.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Must have, or be willing to undertake, an Enhanced DBS check.

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• PGCE and/or QTS is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt teaching strategies to individual learner needs.

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 have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.