Tutor (Functional Skills)

Teacheractive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver Maths and English lessons in Carrington, Nottingham. This role focuses on helping learners aged 11–19 who may face barriers in education, including those with SEND or low attainment. Ideal candidates will have experience in Functional Skills and possess a recognised teaching qualification. The position offers competitive pay and has the potential to lead to a permanent opportunity.

Benefits

Free CPD opportunities

Competitive pay

£100 referral bonus

24/7 support

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English is essential.
• A teaching qualification such as PTLLS or PGCE is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths and English lessons.
• Differentiate content to meet diverse learning styles.
• Support learners with additional needs and build their confidence.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Compassionate approach

Flexible support

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.