Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational services provider in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver personalized tuition for students facing barriers to education. The ideal candidate should have a nurturing approach and experience in key subjects. The role offers flexibility, competitive hourly rates, and a supportive environment aimed at reintegrating dis-engaged students back into education.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate up to GBP30

Flexibility around commitments

Access to resource platform and training

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Must have or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition in core subjects.
• Develop and implement personalised lesson plans.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Experience in delivering Maths, English & Science

Ability to break down complex topics

Patience and nurturing approach

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Functional Skills Tutor
At Prosperos CES Team, we specialise in designing bespoke education packages for children and young people across the North East.

We have a high demand for Functional Skills 1-1 Tutors who have experience in delivering Maths, English & Science KS2-4 in the Newcastle – NE4 area, (Experience in all key stages/subjects is NOT essential). High majority of students tend to be are KS3+, but at times working at a much lower ability.

Who we need:
Were on the lookout for Education experts to support students on a 1-1 basis who are not able to access full time education for various reasons.
Many of the students we support have mild to complex SEND and SEMH needs. Many are dis-engaged, having not attended school for some time and may have emotional barriers to learning. As a result, we are seeking nurturing Tutors with a patient, flexible & non judge mental approach with a passion for working closely with students to overcome barriers & re integrate them back into education or a suitable school placement.

What we offer you:
– Competitive hourly rate up to GBP30 per hour
– Sessions are usually 1-2 hours per student so we can offer you work around your availability – this role suits Tutors who may have part time commitments such as another job, childcare, studies & as such need flexibility, with some stability.
– Resource platform including CPD accredited courses and training

Your role with us:
– Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition in Functional Skills core subjects and any other subject of interest
– 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 re-build their confidence in learning.
– Holding sessions throughout the school day either within the students home or out in the community(library or learning hub).

Requirements:
– Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring.
– Proven ability to break down complex topics in a way that is clear , practical, and engaging.
– Right to work in the UK.
– Must have, or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

If you feel this suits you & your background – please submit a CV via this advert or feel free to contact Ellen on 0191 446 0043.