Functional Skills Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor (Post-16) in Bromley to support post-16 learners part-time. This role involves delivering lessons in English and/or Maths to learners from Entry Level 3 to Level 2, focusing on building confidence and core skills. Ideal for those with teaching qualifications or relevant experience. Pay is £25 per hour, and flexibility in hours is offered. The candidate should be eligible to work in the UK and hold necessary certifications.

Benefits

Accredited continued professional development courses

Support from an experienced in-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service.
• Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and supportive lessons in English and/or Maths.
• Plan and deliver tailored sessions to build confidence and develop core skills.
• Support learners in achieving their Functional Skills qualifications.

Skills

Teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, PGCE or equivalent)

Experience delivering Functional Skills English and/or Maths (Entry Level 3 to Level 2)

Experience working with post-16 learners

SEN and/or SEMH experience

Up-to-date Safeguarding training

Job description

About the Opportunity

Functional Skills Tutor (Post-16) needed in Bromley

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to support post-16 learners in the Bromley area on a part-time basis (5-10 hours per week).

As a Functional Skills Tutor, you will deliver engaging and supportive lessons in English and/or Maths, working with learners from Entry Level 3 up to Level 2. Many learners may have additional needs, including SEN and SEMH, and may have experienced barriers to education.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering tailored sessions that build confidence, develop core skills, and support learners in achieving their Functional Skills qualifications. This role is ideal for an experienced tutor or teacher looking to work flexibly and make a meaningful impact through small-group or 1:1 support.

Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor learner progress and provide ongoing support to ensure effective and positive outcomes.

Contract / Position Details

• Location - Bromley
• Position - Functional Skills Tutor (Post-16)
• Type of work - Contract
• Start date - ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing
• End date (if applicable) - N/A
• Contract type - Temporary
• Full time / part time - Part time (5-10 hours per week)
• Minimum rate of pay - 25 per hour
• Hours - Flexible hours, typically 1-3 hours per session

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, PGCE or equivalent) or relevant Functional Skills teaching experience
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and/or Maths (Entry Level 3 to Level 2)
• Experience working with post-16 learners
• SEN and/or SEMH experience desirable
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable but not essential)

To be Eligible for this Role

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years

Other

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and successfully complete all safeguarding and vetting checks.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
Support from an experienced in-house Training and Development Team