Functional Skills Tutor

Red 5 People; London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in London is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor with expertise in SEN and Autism to support individuals with learning disabilities. The role involves delivering English and Maths, alongside administrative duties and stakeholder coordination. Applicants must hold a Level 3 or Level 5 teaching qualification. Competitive salaries offered based on qualifications, with support for attaining necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in SEN and autism.
• Ability to deliver Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Experience in liaising with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills English and Maths to learners.
• Plan lessons and prepare administrative tasks.
• Coordinate with employers, families, and job coaches.

Skills

Experience in SEN and Autism

Strong communication skills

Planning and administrative skills

Education

Level 3 (PTLLS) or Level 5 (DTLLS, PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent)

Job description

Are You a Functional Skills Tutor Passionate About SEN and Autism?
Are you a qualified teacher with experience in SEN and autism? Are you interested in helping individuals with learning disabilities and autism build essential skills? Perhaps you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant ready to take the next step in your career as a tutor.

You’ll deliver Functional Skills English and Maths, expertly embedding employability and life skills. You’ll work Monday to Friday, 9-5, with dedicated time each week for planning and administrative tasks.

The program blends education with practical work experience, actively preparing learners for employment. You’ll be based in Islington, teaching for three days a week. The remaining two days are dedicated to admin, lesson preparation, and liaising with key stakeholders, such as coordinating with employers, families, or the job coaches who support our young people on their placements.

You must hold either a Level 3 (PTLLS) or a Level 5 (DTLLS, PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent) teaching qualification.

The salary for a Level 3 teaching qualification is £29,798, and for a Level 5 teaching qualification, it is £32,005. If you’re successful and don’t already hold these qualifications, we’ll support you in achieving your Level 3 and Level 5.

Please apply directly via this advert. We aim to contact everyone. If you haven’t heard back, feel free to complete the “Send Us A Message” form on the Red 5 People Contact page, and someone will be in touch within 72 hours. If you’d like to speak to someone directly, please call the office and ask for David (the number is on the Red 5 People website).