Functional Skills Tutor

senploy; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A tutoring service seeks a compassionate and adaptable Functional Skills Tutor in Tees Valley to support children and young people who face barriers to education. This part-time role (10-15 hours per week) offers competitive rates starting at GBP25 per hour. Responsibilities include delivering one-to-one tuition focused on rebuilding confidence and addressing knowledge gaps. Applicants should have a relevant teaching qualification and experience in UK schools. Flexible working hours and ongoing professional development are provided.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates from GBP25+

Flexible working hours

Ongoing CPD including safeguarding and behaviour management

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience teaching or tutoring in UK schools.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills (English and/or Maths).
• Child workforce enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one or small group tuition to rebuild confidence.
• Close knowledge gaps and support individual learning journeys.
• Work in community settings, schools/alternative provisions, or homes.

Skills

Compassionate

Adaptable

Experience in Functional Skills

Education

Teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, PGCE or equivalent)

Job description

Functional Skills Tutor

Hours: 10 to 15 hours per week
Rate: From GBP25 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for compassionate and adaptable Functional Skills Tutors to work with children and young people who are not accessing full-time education for a variety of reasons. Many of these learners may have been out of school for an extended period and may face emotional or motivational barriers to learning. You’ll be supported by Prosperos experienced team who will help monitor student progress and provide guidance throughout the placement.

You will provide engaging one-to-one or small group tuition designed to re-build confidence, close knowledge gaps, and support each student’s individual learning journey. Sessions will take place face-to-face in community settings, schools/alternative provisions, or within the young person’s home.

Key Details

• Location: Middlesbrough
• Type: Part-time (10-15 hours per week)
• Sessions: Typically 1 to 3 hours per student
• Duration: Ongoing, based on student needs
• Start: January 2026

Requirements

• Teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, PGCE or equivalent)
• Minimum 6 months experience teaching or tutoring in UK schools
• Experience delivering Functional Skills (English and/or Maths)
• A child workforce enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
• Two recent, relevant references
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete one via Prospero)
• Experience supporting students with SEMH, SEND, or those excluded from school

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates from GBP25+
• Flexible working hours tailored around your availability
• Ongoing CPD including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Access to Prosperos in-house Training and Development Team
• Supportive team environment with regular check-ins and progress tracking

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to work on a flexible basis, please send your up-to-date CV to be considered. Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding

Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to full vetting and compliance checks.