Techniche Global are supporting a not-for-profit social enterprise to appoint a Functional Skills Tutor who will work closely with the Company s South Yorkshire teams to support the needs of our young people. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the quality of education, focusing on teaching functional skills from Entry Level 1 to Level 2. They will work collaboratively with current tutors and the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Lead to enhance their teaching practice and ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
Salary: £30k
Location: Barnsley- onsite (occasionally, you can work some of your day from home)
Duration: perm/ full-time
Hours of Work: Mon-Fri 9 am 5 pm
Key requirements:
Teaching
* Deliver high-quality teaching of functional skills from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
* Provide in-class support and interventions as needed, tailored to individual learning needs.
* Deliver high-quality planning and curriculum tailored to individual learning needs.
* Work in conjunction with the Outstanding and Good criteria for OFSTED.
* Organise the workshop and classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning environment.
* Complete all associated organisation/administrative work, preparation and marking, including exam entries.
* Provide pick-ups and drop-offs of students, ensuring the necessary business cover has been added to car insurance, and ensure tax and MOT are in place and maintained.
Administration
* Maintain systems for tracking and monitoring student progress, attainment, and engagement.
* Use data to identify trends, learning gaps, and improvement areas.
* Implement strategies to improve student outcomes, ensuring each learner makes significant progress.
* Assist with all administration, including assessment, referrals, transition in and out, and course requirements.
* Keep and maintain student and class records for attendance and tracking of progress towards qualifications.
* Place, prepare, develop and evaluate courses and course materials, and where appropriate, supervise course provision.
* Maintain accurate student progress and outcomes records, reporting on data to the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Lead.
Collaboration
* Collaborate with the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Lead and Change Leader to set priorities.
* Lead on specific initiatives to embed best practices in inclusive education and differentiated learning.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement and high expectations for all students and staff.
* Participate and undertake Staff Performance Management and in-service training (CPD).
* Attend meetings as scheduled.
* Participate in The Company engagement activities.
Qualifications
* GCSE Level 4 (Grade C) minimum in Maths and English.
* Level 5 (or higher) qualification in teaching, with specialism in SEND preferred.
* Youth Work qualification to at least Level 3.
* Up-to-date Safeguarding Knowledge to at least Level 3.
* Information, Advice or Guidance qualification to at least level 2.
* Experience working within a staff team and with young people.
* Proven experience in teaching GCSE (or alternative) functional skills in Maths or English (Entry Level 1 to Level 2).
* Significant experience in teaching post-16 learners, particularly those with SEND.
* Strong background in tracking, monitoring, and reporting on student progress and outcomes.
* Experience with exam coordination and data analysis.
* Deep understanding of SEND, alternative provision, and inclusive education.
* Strong pedagogical knowledge, including strategies for differentiated instruction and supporting diverse learning needs.
* Proficiency in using data to drive improvements in teaching and learning.
* Familiarity with safeguarding procedures and a commitment to promoting the welfare of all students.
Skills, Qualities and Attributes
* Build and maintain quality relationships through interpersonal skills and effective communication.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Experience working with CPOMS.
* Demonstrate personal and professional integrity, including modelling and upholding our EPIC ARC (Stated below).
* Promote good progress and outcomes by students.
* Fulfil wider professional responsibilities within The Company.
* Ability to manage difficult situations, including conflict, professionally and sensitively, demonstrating support and mutual respect.
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