Functional Skills Tutor

Teaching Personnel; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking tutors for Maths and English in Swindon. Responsibilities include providing one-to-one tuition to students with various abilities, including those with additional needs. This role offers flexible hours, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of learners.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive, friendly team

Opportunity for permanent position later

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Track record of supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Confident in assessing needs and planning lessons.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students to build skills and confidence.
• Plan engaging sessions that meet individual needs, including SEN and SEMH support.
• Communicate with families and local authority for unified support.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Hourly Rate: £20–£30 (DOE)
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Hours: Flexible, part-time or full-time options

In Swindon, more students than ever are reaching out for support with their Maths and English – and we want you to be the person who helps them succeed.

We work side-by-side with Swindon Local Authority to provide one-to-one tuition for children and young people of all backgrounds and abilities. Many of our learners face additional challenges, like SEN or SEMH needs. They’re looking for a tutor who can see their potential, adapt their teaching, and make learning feel possible.

• Work 1:1 with students to build skills and confidence in Maths and English
• Assess starting points and identify the best way forward for each learner
• Plan engaging, accessible sessions that meet individual needs—including SEN and SEMH support
• Track progress, celebrate achievements, and adjust your approach as needed
• Communicate with families, schools, and the local authority to ensure joined-up support

• Someone with experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills Maths and English
• A track record of supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs
• Confident in assessing needs, planning lessons, and delivering learning in a flexible way
• Strong communicator: able to build trust with students and work in partnership with professionals
• Enhanced DBS check (or happy to apply for one)

• £20–£30 per hour
• Flexible hours that fit around your life
• A supportive, friendly team
• Ongoing professional development
• Most importantly: the chance to make a real difference, one learner at a time

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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