The Role
We are recruiting 1 Functional Skills SEN Tutor to deliver high-quality support in:
* Functional Skills English and/or Maths
* Structured, supportive learning tailored to individual needs
Schedule:
* Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
* 5 hours teaching per day + 1 hour unpaid lunch break
Location:
* Shirebrook Library
This is a consistent, structured role ideal for an experienced educator who is confident supporting SEN learners in a small-group or targeted setting.
Essential Requirements
* Minimum 1 year of relevant UK experience
* Experience working with SEN learners
* Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
* Strong understanding of Functional Skills delivery
QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) desirable
What Were Looking For
We need a tutor who:
* Demonstrates patience and emotional intelligence
* Can adapt learning strategies to meet diverse needs
* Builds strong, trusting relationships with learners
* Maintains high standards while providing structured support
What We Offer
* Up to £840 per week
* Consistent weekly schedule
* A supportive organisation that values quality and impact
* The opportunity to make a genuine difference in learners academic and personal development
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
About Spark Academy
At Spark Academy, we are driven by a powerful mission: to support every learner in discovering and realising their fullest potential. Founded in 2009 and trusted by families, schools, and local authorities across the UK, Spark Academy is a multi-award-winning educational organisation dedicated to transforming childrens lives academically, socially, and emotionally.
For over 15 years, weve nurtured confidence, self-belief, and aspiration in thousands of young people through a personalised, holistic approach to learning that goes far beyond exam results. We deliver high-quality tuition in core subjects such as Maths, English, and Science, alongside bespoke programmes that support broader personal growth and wellbeing. Our proven methods help students achieve significant progresson average a 2.5 grade improvement in just one year.
What sets Spark Academy apart is our belief that education should empower the whole child. xsngvjr We cultivate supportive, safe, and encouraging learning environments where every student is challenged to grow, discover new possibilities, and become more than they ever thought they could be. Our vision is to expand opportunities for young people, inspire lifelong learning, and help students step confidently into their futures with resilience and purpose.
Joining Spark Academy means being part of a passionate team committed to excellence, inclusivity, and meaningful impactwhere your work truly makes a difference in young lives every day.