Functional Skills Tutor – SEND Location: Eckington and across sites in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm), 52 weeks per year Salary: £32,432 – £39,998 (dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist education provider for a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high-quality sessions in English, maths, and ICT to young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on learners’ personal and vocational development. About the Role The successful candidate will deliver Functional Skills lessons across a range of abilities, including learners with complex needs. Sessions are delivered face-to-face, in both group and one-to-one settings, and occasionally via remote learning. You'll be based at a main site near Eckington with regular travel to satellite sites and community locations. A willingness to travel between sites and transport learners where necessary is essential (mileage and expenses reimbursed). Key Responsibilities Deliver Functional Skills (English, maths, and ICT) from pre-entry up to Level 2 Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to individual learner needs Carry out initial assessments and use diagnostics to inform personalised support Act as pastoral tutor and manage the full learner journey, including progress tracking and reviews Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with assessment and reporting standards Collaborate with support staff, families, and external services to meet learner needs Support learners to develop independence, confidence, and employability skills Promote the embedding of English, maths, and ICT across all areas of the curriculum Attend moderation meetings and CPD sessions, contributing to curriculum quality and development Ensure safeguarding and learner well-being are upheld at all times Person Specification Essential: A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, QTS, QTLS, Cert Ed) Experience delivering Functional Skills qualifications Experience working with learners with SEND (including ASD, SLD, PMLD) Strong communication and organisational skills Confident in using a range of teaching methods to support differentiated learning Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable: Knowledge of RARPA and experience of non-accredited learning Experience delivering City & Guilds or equivalent qualifications Understanding of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework What’s on Offer 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (with additional days for long service) Westfield Health Scheme (post-probation) Life assurance (post-probation) Standard Life pension scheme Reimbursement of mileage and work-related travel costs This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher or experienced Functional Skills Tutor with a passion for inclusive education and learner progress. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services