SEND Functional Skills Tutor

TeacherActive; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider seeks a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver lessons in English, maths, and ICT to young people with special educational needs. This permanent full-time role requires a driving licence for travel between multiple sites and emphasizes inclusive education.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Westfield Health Scheme

Life assurance

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS).
• Experience working with learners with SEND.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills lessons from pre-entry up to Level 2.
• Plan inclusive lessons tailored to individual learner needs.
• Collaborate with support staff and families.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Differentiated learning

Education

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Tools

RARPA knowledge

Job description

Yorkshire and Humber/ permanent / £32,432 - 39,998 per year

Functional Skills Tutor – SEND
Location: Eckington and across sites in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm), 52 weeks per year
Salary: £32,432 – £39,998 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist education provider for a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high-quality sessions in English, maths, and ICT to young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on learners’ personal and vocational development.

About the Role

The successful candidate will deliver Functional Skills lessons across a range of abilities, including learners with complex needs. Sessions are delivered face-to-face, in both group and one-to-one settings, and occasionally via remote learning.

You'll be based at a main site near Eckington with regular travel to satellite sites and community locations. A willingness to travel between sites and transport learners where necessary is essential (mileage and expenses reimbursed).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Functional Skills (English, maths, and ICT) from pre-entry up to Level 2
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to individual learner needs
• Carry out initial assessments and use diagnostics to inform personalised support
• Act as pastoral tutor and manage the full learner journey, including progress tracking and reviews
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with assessment and reporting standards
• Collaborate with support staff, families, and external services to meet learner needs
• Support learners to develop independence, confidence, and employability skills
• Promote the embedding of English, maths, and ICT across all areas of the curriculum
• Attend moderation meetings and CPD sessions, contributing to curriculum quality and development
• Ensure safeguarding and learner well-being are upheld at all times

Person Specification

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, QTLS, Cert Ed)
• Experience working with learners with SEND (including ASD, SLD, PMLD)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confident in using a range of teaching methods to support differentiated learning
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Knowledge of RARPA and experience of non-accredited learning
• Experience delivering City & Guilds or equivalent qualifications
• Understanding of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework

What’s on Offer

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (with additional days for long service)
• Westfield Health Scheme (post-probation)
• Life assurance (post-probation)
• Reimbursement of mileage and work-related travel costs

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher or experienced Functional Skills Tutor with a passion for inclusive education and learner progress.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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