Functional Skills Tutor - Maths & English

Anderson Wright Consulting; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An education consultancy in West Yorkshire seeks a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high-quality Maths and English teaching up to Level 2. You will engage learners through innovative methods, track their progress, and maintain compliance with educational standards. The ideal candidate has a recognised teaching qualification and experience in Maths and/or English education. This full-time position offers a basic salary of £38,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Company benefits including holidays and pension scheme

Professional development and training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Maths & English qualifications at Level 2 or above.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience delivering or working within Maths and/or English education.
• Knowledge of inclusive and non-discriminatory teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, learner-focused Maths and English Functional Skills sessions.
• Plan and prepare lessons, learning activities, and resources.
• Assess learner work, provide feedback, and track progress.
• Support learner engagement strategies to meet targets and KPIs.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted and internal quality standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience delivering Maths education

Experience delivering English education

Knowledge of inclusive teaching practices

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Maths & English qualifications at Level 2

Tools

E-portfolio systems (preferably OneFile)

Job description

Functional Skills Tutor – Maths & English

Location: West Yorkshire - Various Centres
Salary: £38,000 Basic Salary + Benefits
Contract: Full-time, permanent

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high‑quality Maths and English teaching up to Level 2. This role will see you working across various centres in West Yorkshire, supporting adult learners to gain essential qualifications that open up opportunities in work, further education, and everyday life. You will use innovative teaching, learning, and assessment methods to engage learners, boost confidence, and help them achieve their potential. Alongside delivering outstanding lessons, you’ll provide information, advice, and guidance, track progress, and ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, learner‑focused Maths and English Functional Skills sessions up to Level 2.
• Plan and prepare lessons, learning activities, and resources to meet individual needs.
• Assess learner work, provide constructive feedback, and track progress towards qualifications.
• Support learner engagement strategies to meet monthly targets and KPIs.
• Challenge and inspire learners, developing their skills, confidence, and independence.
• Facilitate projects and assignments where appropriate.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted, Matrix, funding, and internal quality standards.
• Liaise with other departments to meet learner needs.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion at all times.

About You

Essential

• Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Maths & English qualifications at Level 2 or above.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience delivering or working within Maths and/or English education.
• Knowledge of inclusive and non‑discriminatory teaching practices.

Desirable

• Experience with e‑portfolio systems (preferably OneFile).
• IAG Level 2 qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Experience of Ofsted inspections.
• Commitment to ongoing CPD.

What’s on Offer

• £38,000 Basic Salary
• Company benefits inc. holidays and pension scheme
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of learners.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Variety in your working week, with multiple centres and learner groups.