Functional Skills English Tutor
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Location: Thurrock
Contract: Fixed term until November 2027 – Maternity Cover
Salary: £28,000–£36,000
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Functional Skills English Tutor with a passion for supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
The Functional Skills English Tutor will deliver Functional Skills English from Entry Level 1–3 through to Level 1 & 2, working with small groups of up to 12 learners.
Their learners have a range of complex needs, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Down syndrome, severe learning difficulties and social communication challenges. This is not a mainstream teaching role and requires someone who is patient, adaptable and confident supporting learners with diverse and high needs.
Key responsibilities
You will:
* Plan and deliver engaging Functional Skills English lessons.
* Teach Entry Level through to Level 2.
* Differentiate learning to meet individual needs.
* Assess and monitor learner progress.
* Support learners to prepare for examinations.
* Maintain accurate learner records and documentation.
* Use creative and practical approaches to engage learners.
* Work closely with the Quality Assurance Team.
* Maintain relevant CPD.
* Follow safeguarding, Prevent and organisational policies.
Essential requirements
* AET, Cert Ed, PGCE or relevant teaching qualification.
* English Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2.
* Experience teaching learners with different abilities or learning needs.
* Experience supporting learners with learning differences.
* A patient, flexible and learner-focused approach.
Desirable: Assessor qualification, SEN qualifications and knowledge of EHCPs.
Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
Location: Thurrock
Contract: Fixed term until November 2027 – Maternity Cover
Salary: £28,000–£36,000
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Functional Skills English Tutor with a passion for supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
The Functional Skills English Tutor will deliver Functional Skills English from Entry Level 1–3 through to Level 1 & 2, working with small groups of up to 12 learners.
Their learners have a range of complex needs, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Down syndrome, severe learning difficulties and social communication challenges. This is not a mainstream teaching role and requires someone who is patient, adaptable and confident supporting learners with diverse and high needs.
Key responsibilities
You will:
* Plan and deliver engaging Functional Skills English lessons.
* Teach Entry Level through to Level 2.
* Differentiate learning to meet individual needs.
* Assess and monitor learner progress.
* Support learners to prepare for examinations.
* Maintain accurate learner records and documentation.
* Use creative and practical approaches to engage learners.
* Work closely with the Quality Assurance Team.
* Maintain relevant CPD.
* Follow safeguarding, Prevent and organisational policies.
Essential requirements
* AET, Cert Ed, PGCE or relevant teaching qualification.
* English Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2.
* Experience teaching learners with different abilities or learning needs.
* Experience supporting learners with learning differences.
* A patient, flexible and learner-focused approach.
Desirable: Assessor qualification, SEN qualifications and knowledge of EHCPs.
Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds