Functional Skills English Tutor

Advertised by National Skills Agency

Location
Essex
Salary
£27,000 - £36,000 a year
Job type
Contract, Permanent, Temporary
Sector
Education
Posted
24 September 2026
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Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and adaptable Functional Skills English Tutor (MAT Cover) to support learners across a range of abilities and educational needs.

The role will involve delivering Functional Skills English to learners working towards Entry Level 1–3 and Level 1 & 2, alongside providing flexible teaching and cover across the wider Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) as required.

Our client supports learners with a range of additional needs, including SEND, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, communication difficulties and other learning differences. The successful candidate will have a patient, supportive and adaptable approach, with the ability to build positive relationships and create an inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated Functional Skills English lessons from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
  • Develop learners' skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and communication.
  • Provide teaching and cover across the MAT as required, adapting to different groups, settings and learner needs.
  • Deliver engaging lessons and activities that encourage participation, confidence and independence.
  • Adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual learning needs.
  • Support learners with additional needs, including SEND, autism, ADHD, dyslexia and communication or behavioural difficulties.
  • Assess and monitor learner progress using appropriate assessment and tracking methods.
  • Maintain accurate learner records and provide constructive feedback.
  • Prepare learners for Functional Skills assessments and examinations.
  • Support learners in developing English skills for everyday life, further education and employment.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals to support learner progress and wellbeing.
  • Attend team meetings, standardisation sessions and quality assurance activities as required.
  • Maintain up-to-date CPD and professional knowledge.
  • Follow safeguarding, equality, health and safety and learner wellbeing policies.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and undertake additional teaching, cover and support duties across the MAT where required.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

  • Recognised teaching qualification such as AET, Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent.
  • English GCSE Grade C/4 or above, or Functional Skills English Level 2.
  • Recognised assessor qualification.
  • Experience of teaching or supporting learners with a range of abilities and learning needs.
  • Experience of planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
  • Understanding of assessment, learner progression and individual learning needs.
  • Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work flexibly across different teaching environments.

Reference 225646454

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