Functional skills tutor - Maths and English

Teacheractive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Carrington is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor for Maths and English. In this full-time, term-time position, you will deliver engaging lessons to students aged 11–19, especially those facing barriers to education. The role requires previous experience in teaching Functional Skills and a compassionate approach. Join us to make a lasting impact in a supportive environment, with opportunities for permanent placement for the right candidate.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Free CPD opportunities

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Competitive, transparent pay

£100 referral bonus

24/7 support

Qualifications

• Previous experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and SEND best practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, learner-focused Functional Skills Maths and English lessons.
• Differentiate content to meet a range of learning styles.
• Support learners with additional needs.

Skills

Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths

Strong behaviour management

Communication skills

Compassionate approach

Knowledge of SEND best practice

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS, AET, Cert Ed, PGCE)

Job description

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.

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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.