Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English)

About the Role

We are looking for a qualified teacher with experience delivering Functional Skills within Study Programmes, Traineeships, Post-16 education or similar settings, to join our Study Programme Team and deliver Maths & English Functional Skills to learners aged 16–18 across our three Kent locations. The anticipated start date is 1 September 2026.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives within a supportive and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from candidates across London, Essex and Kent and are flexible as to whether the right candidate is freelance or employed (salary and benefits advertised relate to Contract of Employment). The role operates across Maidstone (ME15 6BD), Medway (ME1 1EW), Gravesend (DA12 2HU), and Dartford (DA1 1RT). Tutor assignments to learner cohorts will be mutually agreed based on business needs and tutor’s location.

About Us
We are a family-run independent training provider dedicated to delivering safe, inclusive and high-quality learning experiences. Our programmes support learners to progress in education, work and life. We are proud to be rated Outstanding by Ofsted and hold accreditations from the Good Work Standard and Mindful Employer. We offer a welcoming culture where staff feel supported, valued and able to develop professionally.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a caseload of learners through classroom teaching and ongoing support in line with quality assurance standards and procedures

• Use initial and diagnostic assessments to measure learner progress and distance travelled

• Deliver Functional Skills training and assessment tailored to individual learner needs

• Identify and report Additional Learning Needs (ALN) accurately to support learner progress and funding compliance

• Work collaboratively with tutors and skills coaches to address Functional Skills development needs

• Use assessment outcomes to create individual Functional Skills plans

• Monitor learner progress and address barriers to achievement

• Maintain regular learner contact and assessment activity

• Ensure learners complete assessments, tasks and presentations on time

• Support learner progress through collaboration with staff, employers and mentors

• Maintain accurate learner records on Pass Functional Skills and OneFile

• Prepare learners for exams in line with internal, awarding body and ESFA requirements

• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources

• Mark work and provide timely, constructive feedback

• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, British Values, Prevent, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Promote JGA services to learners and employers where appropriate

• Attend relevant events, meetings, training and standardisation activities

• Complete other reasonable duties as required

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Experience working with young people aged 16–18 in an education or support setting

• Teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, Level 3 Award in Education & Training)

• Minimum Level 2 English and maths

• Experience delivering Functional Skills

• Knowledge of formative and summative assessment methods

• Strong ICT and Microsoft Office skills

• Understanding of Functional Skills standards and systems

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Attention to detail and a solution-focused approach

• Flexible, enthusiastic and well organised

• Commitment to safeguarding and professional learner relationships

Desirable

• Assessor qualification (CAVA, D32/33, TAQA or A1)

Training will be provided where required. The role is subject to a DBS check, qualification verification and online screening as part of our safer recruitment process.

Shortlisted candidates will complete a short pre-interview task and deliver a 10-minute micro-teach. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know—we are happy to support you.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive, inclusive and values-driven family run company

• Be part of a team that is passionate about learner success

• Access ongoing CPD and development opportunities

• Contribute to high-quality provision recognised as Outstanding by Ofsted

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Safeguarding
We are committed to building a diverse team and we’re working hard to ensure the organisation is a truly inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented. We take our safeguarding responsibilities seriously and expect all staff to share our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults.

How to Apply  

If you have the relevant skills and experience, please use the quick apply button or email your CV/covering letter to View email address on tes.com - applications are reviewed and progressed daily, so we encourage you to apply today. 

Due to application volumes, we may not respond to all applicants. If you do not hear from us, please assume you have not been shortlisted.