Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English)

TeacherActive; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Nottingham is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver Maths and English lessons to learners aged 11-19 facing educational barriers. The role requires a teaching qualification and a compassionate approach towards vulnerable students. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, a dedicated consultant's support, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free CPD opportunities

£100 referral bonus

24/7 support from our team

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering lessons to learners aged 11–19.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and SEND best practices.
• Ability to differentiate content for diverse learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, learner-focused lessons in Maths and English.
• Support learners with additional needs and maintain progress records.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure learner success.

Skills

Previous experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English

Strong behaviour management skills

Compassionate approach

Flexible support for vulnerable learners

Communication skills

Education

A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS, AET, Cert Ed, PGCE)

Job description

Overview

East Midlands/ temporary / £25 - 35 per hour

Functional Skills Tutor – Maths & English

Location: Carrington, Nottingham

Full-Time | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday

Competitive Daily Rate | Paid via PAYE

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Available

Are you passionate about supporting learners to build essential life and work skills in Maths and English?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist education provider in Carrington, Nottingham, to recruit a Functional Skills Tutor. You’ll be delivering Maths and English lessons to learners aged 11–19 who may face barriers to mainstream education, including those with SEND, SEMH, or low prior attainment.

This rewarding role offers the chance to truly make a difference—and could lead to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Your Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, learner-focused Functional Skills Maths and English lessons (Entry Level to Level 2)
• Differentiate content to meet a range of learning styles and abilities
• Support learners with additional needs, helping build confidence and motivation
• Work towards individual EHCP and academic progress targets
• Maintain accurate records of learner attendance, progress, and achievement
• Collaborate with support staff, tutors, and pastoral teams to ensure learner success

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS, AET, Cert Ed, PGCE) – desirable
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A compassionate and flexible approach to supporting vulnerable or disengaged learners
• A good understanding of safeguarding and SEND best practice

What You’ll Get from TeacherActive:

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
• Free CPD opportunities via our My-Progression platform
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Competitive, transparent pay – paid via PAYE, with no hidden deductions
• £100 referral bonus when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)
• 24/7 support from our experienced and friendly team

Looking to make a lasting impact through education? Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career with a supportive, learner-focused environment in Carrington.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

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

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