Functional Skills Tutor | NE26 Northumberland | In-Person Role
Teaching Personnel are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Functional Skills Tutor to support learners in the NE26 Northumberland area. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with students who require additional academic and pastoral support, including those with SEN, SEMH needs, or outside of mainstream education.
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Location & Schedule
* NE26, Northumberland
* Monday to Friday
* School hours
* In-person tuition delivery
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Role Responsibilities
* Deliver 1:1 Functional Skills sessions in Maths and English
* Adapt learning to meet individual student needs and abilities
* Support engagement, confidence, and academic progress
* Build positive and professional relationships with learners
* Provide structured, supportive, and engaging tuition sessions
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Ideal Candidate
* Experience teaching or tutoring Functional Skills (Maths & English)
* Background working with children or young people (SEN/SEMH desirable)
* Strong communication and behaviour management skills
* Patient, flexible, and learner-focused approach
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
* Driving licence preferred for local travel
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⭐ What We Offer
* Competitive hourly pay
* Consistent weekday work during school hours
* Dedicated consultant support
* CPD and training opportunities
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learners’ progress
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If you are passionate about supporting learners to achieve their potential and improve core skills, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Teaching Personnel as a Functional Skills Tutor in NE26 Northumberland.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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