Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching Manchester; St Helens; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in St Helens is seeking an enthusiastic Functional Skills Maths Tutor to support learners in developing numeracy skills and achieving their educational goals. You will deliver practical tuition that helps learners apply mathematical concepts to everyday situations.

Ideal candidates have experience delivering Functional Skills Maths or numeracy tuition, strong math knowledge, and a patient, encouraging approach.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths or numeracy tuition.
• Strong mathematical subject knowledge.
• Ability to adapt explanations to different learning abilities.
• Patient and encouraging approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills Maths tuition at appropriate levels.
• Support learners with calculations, fractions, percentages and problem-solving.
• Develop practical and engaging learning activities.
• Identify gaps in knowledge and provide targeted support.
• Track progress and adapt sessions to individual needs.

Skills

Numeracy tutoring

Functional Skills Maths

Adaptability

Patient communication

Education

Teaching or tutoring qualification desirable

Job description

Location: St Helens

Hours: 5-15 hours per week

Start Date: November 2026

Duration: Ongoing

Prospero Teaching is looking for an enthusiastic Functional Skills Maths Tutor to support learners in developing their numeracy skills, improving confidence and working towards their individual educational goals.

The successful candidate will be able to deliver accessible, practical tuition that helps learners apply mathematical concepts to everyday situations and qualification-based learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills Maths tuition at appropriate levels.
• Support learners with calculations, fractions, percentages and problem-solving.
• Develop practical and engaging learning activities.
• Identify gaps in knowledge and provide targeted support.
• Track progress and adapt sessions to individual needs.

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths or numeracy tuition.
• Strong mathematical subject knowledge.
• Relevant teaching or tutoring qualification desirable.
• Ability to adapt explanations to different learning abilities.
• A patient and encouraging approach.

Essential Requirements

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain the required clearance.
• Two professional references.