Functional Skills Tutor

Posted 11 hours 25 minutes ago by Teaching Personnel Ltd

Permanent
Part Time
Temporary Jobs
Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Description
Functional Skills Tutor - OL13 Bacup, Lancashire

Location: OL13, Bacup, Lancashire
Position: Functional Skills Tutor
Hours: Part-Time, School Hours (Weekdays)
Pay: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience and qualifications

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Functional Skills Tutor to provide high-quality, personalised tuition to learners in the Bacup (OL13) area of Lancashire. This rewarding role involves delivering engaging Functional Skills lessons in English and/or Maths, helping learners develop essential skills, improve confidence, and work towards their educational goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver tailored 1:1 Functional Skills tuition in English and/or Maths.
  • Assess learners' abilities and create individual learning plans.
  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet learners' needs and targets.
  • Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of achievement.
  • Adapt teaching methods to support different learning styles and abilities.
  • Build positive relationships with learners, families, and relevant professionals.
  • Encourage motivation, engagement, and independent learning.
Requirements
  • Experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills English and/or Maths.
  • Strong understanding of Functional Skills qualifications and curriculum.
  • Ability to deliver engaging and differentiated learning.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
  • Right to work in the UK.
Desirable
  • Teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, or equivalent).
  • Functional Skills teaching experience.
  • Experience supporting learners with SEND, SEMH, or those outside of mainstream education.
  • Previous experience delivering 1:1 tuition.
What We Offer
  • Part-time hours during school hours, Monday to Friday.
  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
  • A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to learners' education and future prospects.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.