Tutor

SMART Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment in Bolton is seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to deliver Maths and English to small SEND groups in a specialist education setting. You will teach two hours of Maths and two hours of English on Tuesdays, with a 15-minute break between sessions, plus one paid hour for marking and planning, totaling five paid hours weekly for 38 weeks.

Applicants should have a PGCE or equivalent (QTS not required), proven SEND experience, Enhanced DBS on Update Service, and be

Qualifications

• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification (QTS not required).
• Proven experience teaching Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Previous experience teaching SEND learners is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service (essential).

Responsibilities

• Delivering Maths and English to small SEND groups.
• Adapting teaching and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Assessing learners and monitoring progress.
• Providing constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Completing marking and administration within paid hours.
• Creating an inclusive environment to support and motivate learners.

Skills

Functional Skills Maths

SEND learners

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of SEND learners? If you are an experienced Functional Skills Tutor and thrive in a small group setting, this rewarding opportunity in Bolton may be ideal for you.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a competitive pay rate of £26.62 - £29.23 per hour.
• Work just one day per week Tuesdays with 5 paid hours, including teaching and marking/planning.
• Teach small groups (around 12 learners), allowing for more personalised support and interaction.
• Benefit from a well-resourced specialist education environment with a laptop provided for the assignment.
• Make a real and lasting impact, helping SEND learners to improve their Maths and English skills.

The Role

As a Functional Skills Tutor, you will deliver Maths and English lessons to small groups of SEND learners within a specialist education setting in Bolton. You will be responsible for:

• Delivering engaging sessions: 2 hours of Maths and 2 hours of English, with a 15-minute break between lessons.
• Adapting teaching and resources to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
• Assessing learners understanding and monitoring progress throughout the assignment.
• Providing constructive feedback and encouragement, fostering learners confidence.
• Completing marking and associated administration within the allocated paid hour each week.
• Creating an inclusive environment where each learner feels supported and motivated to achieve.

Requirements

• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification (QTS is not required).
• Proven experience teaching Functional Skills Maths and English.
• Previous experience teaching SEND learners is essential.
• Confident in adapting teaching methods and resources to support diverse abilities and needs.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service (essential).
• Available to start immediately and commit to the 38-week assignment.
• Able to provide references covering recent employment.

Location and Package

You ll be based in Bolton, working in a specialist education environment. Teaching hours are Tuesdays from 9:15am to 1:15pm, plus one paid hour for marking and planning, totaling 5 paid hours each week for 38 weeks.

The setting is well resourced, and you ll have access to all the tools you need, including a laptop provided specifically for the duration of your assignment.