Maths Functional Skills Tutor

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Functional Skills Maths Tutor in Croydon to deliver engaging lessons to students aged 11-16. This part-time, long-term position focuses on supporting learners with additional needs in a structured environment. Ideal candidates should have a teaching qualification and experience in SEN/SEMH settings. Competitive daily pay offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEN/SEMH or alternative provision settings.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Understanding of Functional Skills Maths curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths lessons.
• Differentiate work to suit individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with learners.
• Work alongside support staff to meet EHCP targets.
• Promote behaviour that supports learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Understanding of Functional Skills Maths curriculum

Experience in SEN/SEMH settings

Education

QTS or teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Functional Skills Maths Tutor (SEN / SEMH Experience Preferred)
Area: Croydon, CR0
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Part-time, Long-Term
Salary: 140 - 200 per day (dependent on experience)
Working hours: 3 days per week (9:30am - 3:30pm)

About the school

A specialist alternative provision based in Croydon offering tailored education for students with additional needs including SEN and SEMH. The school provides a supportive and structured environment where learners can progress both academically and personally.

About the role

You will deliver Functional Skills Maths lessons to small groups of students aged 11-16 with a focus on engagement, differentiation, and progress. This is a part-time, long-term role ideal for someone passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths lessons
• Differentiate work to suit individual needs
• Build positive relationships with learners
• Work alongside support staff to meet EHCP targets
• Promote behaviour that supports learning

Requirements

• QTS or teaching qualification (desirable)
• Experience working in SEN/SEMH or alternative provision settings
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Understanding of Functional Skills Maths curriculum
• A calm, resilient, and nurturing approach

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 and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.