Functional Skills Tutor (Full or Part-Time)

Ela Learning; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative learning organization is seeking a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to deliver engaging and effective online education. This role involves supporting learners in achieving their qualifications in maths and English while utilizing creative teaching tools to enhance their learning experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivering Functional Skills remotely, excellent organizational abilities, and the confidence to inspire and motivate students. Join a dedicated team that values learning and makes a difference in the lives of learners across various sectors. If you are enthusiastic about education and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Casual Dress

Childcare

Work from Home

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills maths and English remotely.
• Hold Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or GCSE equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills qualifications and support learners online.
• Identify barriers to learning and plan effective training.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Digital Skills

Motivational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

Diploma of Higher Education

Tools

E-portfolio Systems

Job description

About us: ELA delivers high quality apprenticeships and short courses. We have expertise across a specific range of sectors and have established Business Units which deliver Apprenticeships in each of these sectors as passionate sector specialists. Our Business Units include Project Management, Leadership & Management, Early Years, Health & Social Care and Hospitality. Our team has a huge passion for learning that makes a difference, and not training for training's sake.

ELA have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and Adults at Risk.

Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure Baring Service check (DBS) where appropriate.

Functional Skills Tutor

Equestrian Learning Academy Ltd – Remote

Job Description

Duties:

• Delivering Functional Skills maths and English qualifications (Entry level to level 2)
• Support learners with online exam processes and pre-exam support
• Utilise a range of creative and innovative teaching and learning tools.
• Identify any barriers to learning and plan effective training based on individual learner needs.
• Providing remote one-to-one and group support in order for learners to progress through their qualifications.
• Identify learner's strengths and weaknesses through initial assessment and support them accordingly.
• Provide robust feedback to learners and deliver necessary support to ensure they achieve their required qualification.
• Ensure each learner's progression is recorded efficiently.
• Work to given KPIs to support companywide targets.
• Using e-portfolio systems to create detailed Teaching, Learning and Assessment plans
• Ensure that you actively update your CPD record, along with development, staff training and areas to develop
• Adhere to policies and procedures, and complete any actions identified within Quality audits in a timely manner.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of delivering Functional Skills maths and English remotely, both on a one-to-one and group basis.
• Hold own Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English (or GCSE equivalent)
• Organisational skills are a must, as well as the ability to plan your time effectively
• Confident and professional with the ability to inspire and motivate learners.
• Experience of working towards and achieving KPIs.
• Excellent digital skills.

Desired Criteria:

• Ideally have experience of supporting learners with learning difficulties/disabilities.
• Ideally hold a recognised teaching qualification (such as PTLLS/AET, PGCE, Cert Ed etc).

Personal Skills:

• Demonstrate energy and passion to motivate and train clients.
• Enthusiastic individual who is able to make a real impact and make learning exciting.
• Demonstrate confidence, tenacity, and ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to communicate at all levels, tailoring training sessions to meet the learner’s needs.
• Excellent organisation skills.

Salary: £27,000.00 to £30,000.00 /year pro rata base

Note: An offer of employment and start date remains conditional on the receipt of satisfactory DBS check outcomes and 2 verified written references.

Expected hours: 20 – 37.5 hours per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Childcare
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• Delivering Functional Skills maths & English remotely: 1 year (required)
• Working towards and achieving KPIs: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English (required)
• DBS Certificate/ DBS update Service Subscription (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Remote