Tutor LBS-008 (English tutor)

Southwark Council; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwark Council is seeking an English Functional Skills tutor to provide teaching for 12 to 20 hours per week. The role involves developing course materials, assessing learners, and ensuring compliance with various educational regulations. Candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's degree and teaching qualifications, alongside experience in the field. This position is ideal for those seeking flexible teaching roles with the opportunity to make a significant impact in adult education.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching on accredited English Functional Skills courses essential.
• At least one year of teaching experience, preferably in a related sector.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching duties, including initial assessments of learners.
• Plan for teaching, preparing course outlines and lesson plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date class registers.

Skills

Teaching

Assessment

Curriculum Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)

CELTA, Trinity TESOL or equivalent ELT/ESOL qualification

Minimum L2 qualifications in English and maths

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02.06.2025

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17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Category : Education Qualified
Location : Thomas Calton Centre – Southwark Adult Learning Service, Southwark Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £29.19

English Functional Skills tutor 12 – 20 hours per week
Must be available for up to two evenings a week
Experience of teaching on accredited English Functional Skills courses essential

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching duties, including initial assessments of learners, identifying individual learning needs, referring to learning support as appropriate, and providing learner induction and tutorials.
• Plan for teaching and learning, including preparing course outlines, schemes of work, lesson plans, and ensuring proper course documentation. Identify materials and resources needed, produce flexible learning materials, and undertake course reviews.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date class registers. Manage learner transfers and withdrawals in coordination with the curriculum team. Support learner retention, achievement, and progression. Monitor attendance and punctuality, taking appropriate actions.
• Record and recognize learner progress and achievement, including marking work and maintaining individual learning plans. Provide achievement data to the curriculum team.
• Assist with course accreditation, examinations, and assessments, including completing exam entry forms and recording learner outcomes.
• Comply with safeguarding, Health and Safety, and GDPR regulations. Be familiar with emergency procedures and risk assessments.
• Promote equal opportunities policies actively in the classroom and in learning materials.
• Ensure classroom and equipment security.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Undertake training as identified through management.
• Participate in self-assessment and development planning.
• Follow reasonable requests related to the teaching program made by the Service.

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
Knowledge and training in subject specialization e.g., CELTA, Trinity TESOL, or equivalent ELT/ESOL qualification.
Minimum L2 qualifications in English and maths.

Experience:
At least one year of teaching experience, preferably in a related sector.
Proven success in teaching and achieving outcomes.
Ability to follow processes and procedures effectively.