Functional Skills Tutor

Judicium; West Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in West Yorkshire seeks a Functional Skills Tutor to manage and support learners in achieving their goals. The role requires experience in teaching and assessing both remotely and on-site, with a commitment to safeguarding. Successful candidates will enjoy benefits such as 28 days of increasing holiday, a health cash plan, life insurance from day one, and a focus on continuous personal and professional development.

Benefits

28 days holiday, increasing with service

Health Cash Plan after probation

Life insurance from day one

Pension contributions after 3 months

Flexible benefits after probation

Learning and development opportunities

3 paid volunteer days a year

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience teaching and assessing learners.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills Level 2 delivery.
• Flexibility to work across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage learners towards achieving their goals.
• Deliver remote learning and assessments.
• Maintain high standards of learner engagement.

Skills

Teaching and assessment experience

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate learners

Organisational skills

Education

Teacher training qualifications (PTLLS, CTLLS, etc.)

Job description

Vacancy: Functional Skills Tutor (VN2414)
Location: West Yorkshire
Employment Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Manage learners alongside an eLearning portfolio to maintain progression to timely achievement of the required aim
• Maintain and support the required number of learners and progress in line with KPI’s
• Deliver remote learning and assess short courses remotely as required
• Assess initial assessment results and carry out further diagnostic assessments as appropriate, supporting learners with identified additional needs for functional skills
• Ensure the quality of the learning experience is maintained on programme, for CPD, essential skills and Function Skills learners
• Maintain records of learner’s progress and achievement and communicate these to Skills Coaches, IQA, learners and employers as required
• Liaise with Administrator to ensure funds are open for both additional learning support and Functional Skills
• Maintain high standards in completion and timely submission of reviews
• To support and adhere to internal and external quality assurance processes and procedures
• To support standardisation of the quality of delivery of Functional Skills within team
• Advocate the importance of Functional Skills amongst colleagues, employers, and learners
• Maintain and reconcile exemption certificates
• Maintain and reconcile invigilation records of all exams taken
• To support learners to remain fully engaged with their Functional Skills programme, adapting and tailoring the approach as per learner requirements
• Remain up to date with current trends and themes inspected by Ofsted, whilst ensuring Functional Skills delivery is consistent with IQA and regulatory standards
• Knowledge and familiarity with awarding organisations for apprenticeship standard qualifications

Eden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About You

Teacher, training qualifications or equivalent (e.g. PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, Cert-Ed)

Skills & Experience

• Experience of 12+ teaching, learning and assessment remotely and face to face on employer premises as required
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
• Well‑developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals to learn and achieve through face to face and remote media interactions
• Delivery of Functional Skills at Level 2 required but not essential
• Experience of Ofsted Inspections would be beneficial
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities, Cultural Diversity and the Safety, Health and Welfare of self and others

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to work across locations where required
• Full enhanced DBS check required

What We Offer

• 28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan, once you’ve passed probation, which includes access to a private GP
• From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary
• We’ll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months
• Choose what flexible benefits you want after you’ve passed probation – this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars and give as you earn
• Learning and development opportunities
• Volunteer days – 3 paid volunteer days a year, with 2 dedicated to Education

By joining us, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.