Functional Skills Tutor

Dovetail and Slate; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment company is looking for a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to engage and inspire learners in Rotherham. The role involves delivering Functional Skills teaching in maths and English while ensuring high-quality planning and support for students. You will need a Level 5+ teaching qualification and experience with SEND. The position offers opportunities to collaborate and improve educational outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching post-16 learners, particularly those with SEND.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and alternative provision.
• Proven ability to monitor and report on learner progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills teaching from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
• Maintain organized learning environments and complete essential admin.
• Work collaboratively to uphold OFSTED standards.

Skills

Teaching Functional Skills

Experience with SEND

Data analysis and reporting

Inclusive teaching strategies

Education

GCSE Grade C/Level 4+ in Maths

GCSE Grade C/Level 4+ in English

Level 5+ teaching qualification

Job description

• Job Title - Functional Skills Tutor (English and Maths)
• Salary - Up to 31,000
• Location - Rotherham
• Contract Type - Permanent

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Functional Skills Tutor to join a dynamic team and inspire and engage disadvantaged learners.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills teaching (Entry Level 1-Level 2) with high-quality planning, differentiation, and in-class support.
• Track, monitor, and record student progress, using data to identify gaps and drive improved outcomes.
• Maintain organised learning environments, complete essential admin (marking, assessments, referrals), and support qualification processes.
• Work collaboratively with senior staff to uphold OFSTED standards, lead inclusive-practice initiatives, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Attend meetings, CPD, and engagement activities, with occasional duties such as student transport where required.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE Grade C/Level 4+ in Maths and English, plus a Level 5+ teaching qualification (SEND specialism desirable).
• Experience teaching Functional Skills/GCSE Maths or English (Entry Level 1-Level 2) and working with post-16 learners, particularly those with SEND.
• Strong understanding of inclusive education, safeguarding, alternative provision, and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Proven ability to track, monitor, and report on learner progress, including experience with exams, data analysis, and progress systems.

Don't wait, apply today and be part of an inspiring educational environment that transforms lives! We have multiple jobs across this region currently so even if this one isn't quite right for you, we'd love to hear from you regardless.

If you are interested in this position, then please apply via the link. Alternatively, you can contact Izzy White to discuss the role in further detail.

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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.

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