Functional Skills Maths Tutor - HMP Stocken
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224629400
Job Description:
Job Role: Functional Skills Maths Tutor
Location: HMP Stocken
Salary: From £30,000
Contract: Permanent, full‑time
Role Overview
We are seeking an inspiring and motivated Functional Skills Maths Tutor to join the education team at HMP Stocken.
You will deliver high‑quality Maths teaching from Entry Level 1 up to Level 2, supporting small groups of learners to build confidence, develop essential numeracy skills, and work towards recognised qualifications.
This is a rewarding role where you will design structured learning plans, deliver engaging sessions, and play a key part in helping individuals progress towards long‑term personal, academic, and employment goals.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning Delivery
- Deliver Functional Skills Maths from Entry Level 1 to Level 2 to small groups.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet a range of learning needs.
- Use varied teaching strategies to support learners with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
- Provide advice, guidance, and academic support throughout the learning journey.
Learner Support & Progression
- Create and maintain individual learning plans to track progress and support development.
- Motivate learners, helping them build confidence and resilience.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment.
Quality, Compliance & Safeguarding
- Ensure high standards of compliance, quality assurance, and record keeping.
- Uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health & safety standards.
Essential Criteria
- GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or equivalent.
- Ability to teach Functional Skills Maths up to Level 2.
- Strong subject knowledge and experience in delivering Maths.
- Experience in teaching, training, or supporting learner progress.
- Ability to engage learners using a range of teaching methods.
Desirable Criteria
- Teaching or assessing qualification (PTLLS/AET, DTLLS, TAQA, Cert Ed).
- Experience working in secure environments (advantageous, not essential).
- Willingness to work towards a teaching or assessing qualification (full support provided during probation).