Functional Skills Tutor

Dovetail and Slate Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment company is looking for a qualified Functional Skills Tutor (English and Maths) to inspire and engage students. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons, tracking student progress, and maintaining organized learning environments. Essential requirements include a Level 5+ teaching qualification and experience working with post-16 learners. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of up to £36,000 and is aimed at individuals committed to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C / Level 4+ in Maths and English required.
• Level 5+ teaching qualification with SEND specialism preferred.
• Proven experience in teaching functional skills / GCSE maths or English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging functional skills teaching (Entry Level 1 – Level 2).
• Track and record student progress to improve outcomes.
• Maintain organised learning environments and complete essential admin.

Skills

Experience teaching functional skills

Understanding of inclusive education

Ability to track and monitor learner progress

Strong communication skills

Education

GCSE Grade C / Level 4+ in Maths and English

Level 5+ teaching qualification

Job description

• Job Title: Functional Skills Tutor (English and Maths)
• Salary: Up to £36,000
• Location: East London
• 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. 07549120548 or

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Important Notice

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.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.