Functional Skills Tutor
Job description
At TP-Tutors, we’re passionate about helping students develop essential skills that will set them up for success in life. We’re currently looking for an experienced Functional Skills Tutor in Lincoln and surrounding areas to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified educator looking to make a real difference and work with students on key skills in English, Maths, and IT.
If you’re ready to inspire and guide students to reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you!
The Role: Functional Skills Tutor
As a Functional Skills Tutor, you’ll:
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Deliver 1:1 or small group tutoring sessions in English, Maths, and IT.
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Help students build essential skills to succeed in life and work.
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Create tailored lessons to meet individual student needs.
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Maintain professionalism, following all safeguarding policies and best practices.
Hourly Pay: £25–£30
A full UK driving licence is desirable, as some sessions may be delivered in students' homes or local libraries.
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven experience in teaching Functional Skills (English, Maths, IT).
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Strong communication skills in English.
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Based in Lincoln or the surrounding areas.
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A passion for helping students improve their practical skills for everyday life.
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An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply, with support from us).
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Experience with SEND, SEMH, or other additional needs is an advantage.
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UK teaching or tutoring experience is preferred.
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Familiarity with functional skills curriculum and exam boards.
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Up-to-date safeguarding training.
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Professional references covering 24 months from the last 10 years.
Why Choose TP-Tutors?
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Over 20 years of experience in the education recruitment sector.
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Competitive pay: £25–£30 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE.
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A dedicated consultant to support your professional journey.
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Extensive CPD opportunities, including Team Teach, NASEN, and Autism Awareness training.
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Flexible work options—full-time or part-time roles to suit your availability.
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Referral Scheme—earn rewards by referring friends or colleagues to join TP-Tutors.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited about the opportunity to help students build essential skills and grow professionally, TP-Tutors is the place for you.
Apply now by submitting your CV, and let’s talk about how you can make a difference as a Functional Skills Tutor in Lincoln.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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