Functional Skills Tutor

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in York seeks a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver Maths and English qualifications in HMP Millsike. This full-time role involves engaging and supporting learners with diverse needs, creating tailored learning plans, and working collaboratively with prison staff to aid rehabilitation. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Maths & English and experience in teaching. A passion for education and supporting learner success is essential.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Paid volunteering day

Enhanced maternity scheme

Pension scheme and life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching or training in a classroom or learning environment.
• Ability to handle challenging situations constructively.
• A passion for supporting individuals in achieving their long-term goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths & English lessons.
• Support learners in building numeracy and literacy skills.
• Develop individual learning plans and monitor progress.
• Create a positive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Teaching skills

Classroom management

Creativity in teaching

Ability to engage learners

Education

Level 3 qualification in Maths & English (or equivalent)

Level 5 Teaching Qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Functional Skills Tutor. Location: HMP Millsike. Salary: From £30,000 per annum. Contract Type: Permanent. Hours of Work: Full-time - 38.5 hours per week. Four days per week: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM; One half-day per week: either 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM or 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Role & Client Overview: Our client is a leading provider of prison education and rehabilitation programmes, committed to empowering individuals with the skills and knowledge needed for a fresh start. This is a unique opportunity to be among the first Tutors at HMP Millsike, a brand-new prison near York, shaping the education programme from Spring 2025 onwards. As a Functional Skills Maths & English Tutor, you will deliver City & Guilds Functional Skills qualifications (Entry Level 1 to Level 2) to a class of 12 learners, helping them develop vital skills for their future. The role requires a creative and engaging teaching approach, with a focus on learner-centred education and restorative practices to promote personal growth and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths & English lessons to learners with diverse educational needs.
• Support learners in building numeracy and literacy skills, covering core topics such as fractions, percentages, problem-solving, reading, writing, and communication.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs, including learners with neurodiverse conditions.
• Encourage reading for pleasure to support those with low literacy skills.
• Develop individual learning plans and monitor learner progress.
• Create a positive and supportive classroom environment that fosters confidence, motivation, and self-development.
• Prepare learners for exams and assessments, helping them achieve accredited qualifications.
• Work collaboratively with prison staff and education teams to align learning with long-term employment and rehabilitation goals.

Essential Criteria

• Level 3 qualification in Maths & English (or equivalent).
• Experience in teaching or training in a classroom or learning environment.
• Ability to engage and motivate learners using creative teaching methods.
• Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to handle challenging situations constructively.
• A passion for supporting individuals in achieving their long-term goals.

Desirable Criteria

• A Level 5 Teaching Qualification (or equivalent) - or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience working with neurodiverse learners or those with additional learning needs.
• Previous experience in prison education, alternative education, or adult learning.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
• A paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced maternity scheme and wedding leave.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to an online wellbeing centre.
• Access to discounts via the Additions portal.