Location: Midlands
We are excited to present an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established and expanding training provider, recently rated as “Good” by Ofsted. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to become an integral member of their dynamic team.
This organisation takes pride in investing in both learners and employees, offering:
- Competitive
Salary: Up to £33,600, plus an annual bonus. - Generous Holiday Entitlement: 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 33 days with service). You can also buy or sell holidays for added flexibility.
- Pension Scheme: Competitive contributions to secure your future.
- Health and Well-Being: Dental care benefits to support your overall health.
- Flexitime: Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
- Career Development: Genuine opportunities for growth and progression within the company.
About The Role
As a Functional Skills Tutor, you will deliver engaging and high-quality training in Functional Skills (English and Maths) at Levels 1 and 2, using approved resources and digital platforms. Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering training both remotely and face-to-face to suit the needs of learners and employers.
- Creating and implementing tailored training plans based on individual learner requirements.
- Supporting learners to develop confidence and competence in preparation for their exams.
- Monitoring and recording learner progress, ensuring timely completion of training programmes.
- Working closely with the Exams Officer and other Tutors to track and support learner success.
- Encouraging and motivating learners, addressing barriers to learning and progression.
Essential Criteria
To excel in this role, you will need:
- A recognised Teaching Qualification and proven experience in delivering Functional Skills training at Levels 1 and 2, both remotely and face-to-face.
- Level 2 qualifications in Numeracy and Literacy.
- Experience in engaging with employers, ideally within a training or customer relations context.
- Experience in Further Education, Apprenticeships, or a similar educational environment.
- Strong IT skills, including experience with e-portfolios and digital learning tools.
- The ability to motivate and inspire learners, ensuring timely completion of their training.
- A full driving licence, access to a vehicle, and a willingness to travel to employer sites.
- A reliable internet connection for remote working.
Desirable Criteria
- An assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, or equivalent).
Ready to Apply?
For more information or to express your interest, contact Simon Atkins at Pertemps Newcastle on (phone number removed)
