Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching are currently looking for a flexible Functional Skills Tutor to provide 1:1 tuition in Maidstone. The role supports a learner to overcome barriers, develop core skills and progress towards individual targets.

The position is offered as both part-time and full-time, temporary, with sessions typically ranging from 1 to 3 hours. Minimum pay is 25 per hour, aligned to scale and experience. Immediate start possible, with end date dependent on student needs.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS/PGCE/EYFS or equivalent required.
• UK school experience of at least 6 months.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one tuition in Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Adapt teaching methods to support students with SEN needs.
• Develop and implement personalised lesson plans addressing individual learning gaps.
• Monitor progress and provide regular, constructive feedback to students and families.
• Create a supportive and motivating learning environment to build confidence in Maths and English.

Skills

Functional Skills

Education

QTS / QTLS / PGCE / EYFS

Job description

Functional Skills Tutor - Maidstone

Prospero Teaching are currently looking for a flexible Functional Skills Tutor to support a learner through 1:1 tuition in Maidstone. This is an ideal opportunity for an educator who enjoys helping learners overcome barriers, develop their core skills and make steady progress towards their individual targets.

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS

• Location - Maidstone
• Position - Functional Skills Tutor
• Type of work - Contract
• Start date - ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration - dependent on each student
• End date (if applicable) - N/A
• Contract type - Temporary
• Full time/part time - Part time and full time depending on availability
• Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate 25 per hour. The hourly rate will be in line with professional pay scales where these are available or based on experience if they are not available.
• Hours - Working hours can differentiate, minimum 1 hour per session and a maximum of 3 hours per session

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver one-to-one 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.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent
• 6 months+ experience working in a UK school
• Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (desirable however not essential)

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.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• In-house Training and Development Team

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.