Vocational & Functional Skills Tutor

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Vocational & Functional Skills Tutor (Grays) to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to helping students achieve their academic goals. This role involves working closely with young people aged 16-19, providing delivery in vocational subjects (retail, customer service, administration) as well as personal development and Functional Skills in English and Maths.

Duties

• Engagement and Delivery: Design and deliver interactive sessions aimed at promoting personal development and growth among students as well as delivering accredited qualifications in Occupational Studies and Employability.
• Deliver and support students with Functional Skills Maths and English from Entry level though to Level 2.
• Tailored Support: Customise sessions to address the unique needs of student groups, covering topics such as online safety, sexual violence prevention, and British Values.
• Student Development: Implement student-cantered programs emphasising softer outcomes to facilitate positive progression into adulthood.
• Employability Focus: Enhance students’ work readiness through targeted initiatives and support.
• Support students with targeted work experience and social action projects.
• Liaise with the wider team regarding safeguarding, attendance, progress and achievements.

Qualifications

• The successful applicant will need to hold a full assessor’s award, TAQA or equivalent and have experience of delivering Functional Skills in English and Maths.
• A teaching qualification at Level 3 or above.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of classroom delivery and assessment is required.
• You must have achieved Grade A*-C (or equivalent) in English and Maths. Strong ICT skills, organisation skills, and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential and you must also have experience in using electronic portfolios

Please note that this is not a remote or hybrid role.

Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8.45 – 5.15pm, Fri 8.45 – 2.15pm  (37.5 hours per week)

Job Types: Full-time, Term time only (42 weeks per year)

Pay: from £33,000.00 per year pro rata

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:  Monday to Friday

Education: Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience: Teaching: 3 years (preferred)

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Sarah Ludlow, via email – [email protected], OR use the contact form below.