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Maths & English Tutor (Functional skills)

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GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

A specialist education provider in Carrington is seeking a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to deliver Maths and English lessons to learners aged 11-19. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering Functional Skills and a recognised teaching qualification. This full-time role offers a competitive daily rate, with the opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support
Free CPD opportunities
Guaranteed Payment Scheme access
Competitive pay, no hidden deductions
Referral bonus

Qualifications

  • Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English.
  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
  • Compassionate approach to supporting vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging Functional Skills lessons to learners.
  • Differentiate content to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Support learners with additional needs.

Skills

Functional Skills delivery
Behaviour management
Communication skills

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS, AET, Cert Ed, PGCE)
Job description
Maths & English Tutor (Functional skills)

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.

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

Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.

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