Functional Skills tutor 1:1

TeacherActive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated 24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is an education recruitment specialist placing teachers and support staff into temporary, contract and permanent roles in the UK. The Functional Skills Tutor role is based in Bulwell, Nottingham, delivering Maths and English to disengaged secondary-aged students.

The appointment is long-term, 3–5 days per week, with market-leading pay and ongoing CPD opportunities through the My-Progression channel.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching or tutoring qualification, or equivalent experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and English
• Experience supporting secondary-aged students, particularly those disengaged from mainstream education
• Strong knowledge of Functional Skills Maths and English, including Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2
• Experience planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Maths and English sessions to secondary-aged students
• Adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs and disengagement challenges
• Manage challenging behaviours and create a positive learning environment
• Support students to develop confidence and achieve Functional Skills qualifications

Skills

Teaching qualification

Secondary learners

Functional Skills knowledge

Lesson planning

Behaviour management

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English)
Location: Bulwell, Nottingham
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £20 - £25 per hour

Are you an experienced Functional Skills Tutor with a passion for supporting disengaged young people?

Do you have experience delivering Maths and English to secondary-aged students who struggle within mainstream education?

Can you adapt your teaching style to re-engage learners and help them achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with an Alternative Provision (AP) based in Bulwell, Nottingham, supporting secondary-aged students who have become disengaged from mainstream education. The provision focuses on providing a supportive and engaging learning environment where young people can rebuild their confidence, develop essential skills and make positive progress in their education.

The provision is looking to appoint a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor on a long‑term basis, working 3 to 5 days per week. The successful Functional Skills Tutor will be responsible for delivering engaging Maths and English sessions, adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs, managing challenging behaviours and supporting students to develop the confidence and skills needed to achieve their Functional Skills qualifications.

The successful Functional Skills Tutor will have:

• A relevant teaching or tutoring qualification, or equivalent experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and English
• Experience supporting secondary-aged students, particularly those disengaged from mainstream education
• Strong knowledge of Functional Skills Maths and English, including Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2
• Experience planning and delivering engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for supporting young people

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.