Functional Skills Tutor- Alternate Provision

Pertemps Specialist Division; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

10% preparation and admin allowance

Flexible part-time opportunity

Supportive learner-focused environment

Immediate start available

Long-term opportunity (12+ months)

Job summary

Pertemps Specialist Division is recruiting a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver Maths and English to learners aged 14-19 in Oxford's alternative provision. This flexible, self-employed role offers an immediate start and a 12-month horizon.

You will teach Entry Level to Level 2 Functional Skills, plan personalised lessons, identify gaps, and adapt to learners with EHCPs to help them achieve qualifications and progress.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification required.
• Minimum 1 year's experience teaching Maths and/or English.
• Experience in education settings or alternative provision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills Maths and/or English sessions.
• Identify learner strengths, gaps in knowledge and barriers to learning.
• Plan and deliver personalised learning programmes.
• Support learners to achieve and exceed their individual targets.
• Develop learning resources and assessment materials.
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records.
• Conduct regular reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote safeguarding and learner wellbeing at all times.
• Contribute to positive learner engagement and attendance.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Adaptability

Lesson planning

Education

Qualified teaching qualification

Job description

Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English) - Alternative Provision

Location: Oxford

Hours: 15-20 hours per week (4 days per week)

Rate: £23.50 per hour + 10% preparation and administration allowance

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established education provider that delivers specialist alternative provision programmes for young people who require additional support to succeed in education.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Functional Skills Tutor to deliver engaging Maths and English sessions to learners aged 14-19, many of whom have EHCPs and additional learning needs. The role offers the chance to make a genuine impact by helping learners build confidence, achieve qualifications, and progress towards positive outcomes.

The Role

You will deliver Functional Skills Maths and English at Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2 through a combination of one-to-one and small group sessions. The successful candidate will be able to engage learners who may have previously faced barriers to education, adapting their approach to meet individual learning needs and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths and/or English sessions
• Identify learner strengths, gaps in knowledge and barriers to learning
• Plan and deliver personalised learning programmes
• Support learners to achieve and exceed their individual targets
• Develop learning resources and assessment materials
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records
• Conduct regular reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Promote safeguarding and learner wellbeing at all times
• Contribute to positive learner engagement and attendance

Essential Requirements

• Recognised Teaching Qualification (AET, PTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent)
• Minimum 1 year's experience teaching Maths and/or English
• Experience working within education, training, further education or alternative provision settings
• Experience supporting young people with additional learning needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver creative and engaging lessons
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Desirable

• Interest or background in sport
• Knowledge of safeguarding requirements
• Experience working within alternative provision settings
• Knowledge of Functional Skills qualifications and delivery

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Additional 10% preparation and administration allowance
• Flexible part-time opportunity
• Supportive and learner-focused environment
• Opportunity to positively impact young people's lives
• Immediate start available
• Long-term opportunity with work available for at least 12 months

Please also note that this position is offered on a self-employed basis.

The successful candidate will be required to invoice the company directly for the hours worked, and payment will be made against submitted invoices in accordance with the agreed terms.