Job Description

Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English) - Full Time, Permanent Role

Location: Alternative Provision School
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working with a highly supportive Alternative Provision school seeking a passionate and dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced educator who is committed to helping young people achieve success in Functional Skills Maths and English.

About the School

This inclusive and nurturing Alternative Provision supports secondary-aged students who may have faced barriers to learning in mainstream education. The school takes pride in providing small class sizes - typically no more than six students per group, with the support of a dedicated Teaching Assistant - allowing staff to deliver highly personalised and engaging learning experiences.

The setting promotes positive relationships, resilience, and confidence, empowering every learner to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

The Role

As a Functional Skills Tutor, you will:

  • Deliver engaging and tailored Functional Skills Maths and English lessons to KS3 and KS4 learners.

  • Plan, deliver, and assess lessons that meet individual learning needs and targets.

  • Work collaboratively with support staff to ensure that every student is able to access the curriculum and make measurable progress.

  • Contribute to the wider school ethos of inclusion, respect, and aspiration.

  • Support learners in preparing for formal assessments, promoting functional literacy and numeracy for life beyond school.

Requirements

  • Experience delivering Functional Skills (Maths and/or English) to secondary-aged students.

  • A teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, or equivalent) is desirable, but experienced unqualified tutors with strong subject knowledge are also encouraged to apply.

  • A patient, empathetic approach and the ability to build trust with students who may have additional needs or challenging backgrounds.

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?

  • Competitive pay rates and permanent contract opportunities.

  • Ongoing professional development and access to exclusive training.

  • A supportive, experienced team committed to matching you with your ideal role.

If you are passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives and want to work in a setting that values care, creativity, and progress, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment and take the next step in your rewarding education career!

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