Functional Skills Tutor
| Posting date: | 24 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25 to £30 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | Barking and Dagenham, London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 184624 |
Summary
Functional Skills Outreach Tutor - English & Maths (Entry Level 3 to Level 2) in Barking and Dagenham.
About the Opportunity
Prospero Teaching is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Outreach Tutors to deliver 1:1 Functional Skills English and Maths sessions (Entry Level 3 to Level 2) to young learners who are unable to access mainstream education in Barking and Dagenham.
This role is particularly suited to tutors or teachers with experience supporting SEN students, or those who may be struggling with the demands of GCSE-level study.
As an Outreach Tutor, you will play a crucial role in helping students build their core literacy and numeracy skills, regain confidence, and prepare for future learning or qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver bespoke Functional Skills Maths and English tuition from Entry Level 3 to Level 2
- Provide structured, confidence-boosting lessons in line with learners' EHCPs or individual learning plans
- Identify gaps in learning and adapt teaching methods to suit each student's needs and progress
- Build positive, professional relationships with students and their families/carers
- Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to Prospero Teaching and relevant stakeholders
Contract/Position Details
- Location: Barking and Dagenham
- Where: Home-based, school settings, or agreed public locations
- Position: Functional Skills Tutor (Outreach)
- Type of Work: Temporary, contract-based
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Dependent on student needs and tuition plan
- Hours: Sessions typically range between 1-3 hours per day; flexible scheduling available
- Pay: Minimum £25 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Both available - tailored to your availability
Experience, Training and Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, PGCE, or other recognised teaching qualifications
- Minimum 6 months experience teaching or tutoring in UK education settings
- Proven experience delivering Functional Skills or alternative curriculum to SEN or disengaged learners
- Experience supporting students with EHCPs, SEMH needs, autism, ADHD, or other learning difficulties
- Up-to-date Safeguarding training
To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:
- Have the Right to Work UK
- Hold an enhanced DBS certificate (child workforce) registered with the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new one
- Provide two professional references covering the last two years
What Prospero Teaching Can Offer You:
- Access to fully funded CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
- Support from a specialist consultant
- Regular check-ins and professional development from our in-house Training and Development Team
Interested?
Apply now with your most up-to-date CV. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About the Opportunity
Prospero Teaching is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Outreach Tutors to deliver 1:1 Functional Skills English and Maths sessions (Entry Level 3 to Level 2) to young learners who are unable to access mainstream education in Barking and Dagenham.
This role is particularly suited to tutors or teachers with experience supporting SEN students, or those who may be struggling with the demands of GCSE-level study.
As an Outreach Tutor, you will play a crucial role in helping students build their core literacy and numeracy skills, regain confidence, and prepare for future learning or qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver bespoke Functional Skills Maths and English tuition from Entry Level 3 to Level 2
- Provide structured, confidence-boosting lessons in line with learners' EHCPs or individual learning plans
- Identify gaps in learning and adapt teaching methods to suit each student's needs and progress
- Build positive, professional relationships with students and their families/carers
- Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to Prospero Teaching and relevant stakeholders
Contract/Position Details
- Location: Barking and Dagenham
- Where: Home-based, school settings, or agreed public locations
- Position: Functional Skills Tutor (Outreach)
- Type of Work: Temporary, contract-based
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Dependent on student needs and tuition plan
- Hours: Sessions typically range between 1-3 hours per day; flexible scheduling available
- Pay: Minimum £25 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Both available - tailored to your availability
Experience, Training and Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, PGCE, or other recognised teaching qualifications
- Minimum 6 months experience teaching or tutoring in UK education settings
- Proven experience delivering Functional Skills or alternative curriculum to SEN or disengaged learners
- Experience supporting students with EHCPs, SEMH needs, autism, ADHD, or other learning difficulties
- Up-to-date Safeguarding training
To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:
- Have the Right to Work UK
- Hold an enhanced DBS certificate (child workforce) registered with the Update Service or be willing to apply for a new one
- Provide two professional references covering the last two years
What Prospero Teaching Can Offer You:
- Access to fully funded CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
- Support from a specialist consultant
- Regular check-ins and professional development from our in-house Training and Development Team
Interested?
Apply now with your most up-to-date CV. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.