Functional Skills Tutor

Tradewind Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in Sunderland seeks a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to help students develop essential English and Maths skills. You will deliver engaging sessions, adapt lessons to meet individual needs, and provide emotional support to learners facing challenges. The ideal candidate has a teaching qualification or strong tutoring experience and will contribute significantly to improving student confidence and achievement. Join a team committed to making a real difference in education.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to over 2,500 courses

Dedicated consultant support

Weekly pay through PAYE

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a Tutor or Teaching Assistant.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills sessions to learners.
• Plan creative lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback.
• Adapt teaching strategies to different learning styles.
• Maintain records of attendance and progress.
• Provide emotional support and understand learner needs.

Skills

Teaching qualification (QTS preferred)

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND

Ability to deliver engaging sessions

Monitoring progress and giving feedback

Adaptability to various learning styles

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Tradewind are proud to be working closely with Local Authorities and Virtual Schools across Sunderland to provide dedicated support to students studying Functional Skills. We are now looking for a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to join our team and help young people develop essential English and Maths skills that will set them up for future success.

In this role, you'll be making a real difference to learners who may face a range of challenges, including behavioural needs, SEND and being in care. Your support will empower them to grow in confidence, achieve their goals, and overcome barriers to learning.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering engaging, high-quality Functional Skills sessions (1:1 and small groups)
• Planning creative lessons tailored to each learner's needs
• Monitoring progress and giving constructive, supportive feedback
• Adapting your teaching strategies to meet a variety of learning styles
• Keeping accurate records of attendance, progress and achievements
• Providing emotional support and understanding individual learner needs

What We're Looking For

• A teaching qualification (QTS preferred) or strong experience as a Tutor or TA
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH or other additional needs
• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one with our support)

Why choose Tradewind Recruitment?

• We pay the best rates in the market - guaranteed!
• Access to over 2,500 courses through The National College
• An experienced consultant who will give you the support and dedication you need!
• Paid weekly through our own PAYE system - no umbrella fees!
• £100 referral scheme for everyone you refer to us!

If you are passionate about supporting students and want to make a real difference in their education, then we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

Join us in helping every student reach their full potential! Call (phone number removed).