Functional Skills Tutor
Functional Skills Tutor – Permanent
Location: North East Derbyshire
Work Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:30
Salary:
£35,447.96 – £43,717.78 (qualified)
£27,906.66 – £29,035.02 (unqualified)
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a well‑regarded college in Derbyshire for a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high‑quality learning and support to further education students. This is a permanent, full‑time opportunity based at the college’s Eckington site.
Role Responsibilities
• Deliver engaging and inclusive Functional Skills sessions in Mathematics, English and ICT.
• Plan sessions that support progression, achievement and independent learning.
• Assess learner needs and provide feedback to help students develop confidence and competence.
• Contribute to curriculum development and programme improvement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching teams to support learner success and retention.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in quality assurance and course reviews.
What do you need
We are looking for someone who is passionate about teaching and learning, with the ability to inspire students from diverse backgrounds. You should have strong subject knowledge in Functional Skills and a commitment to inclusive practices. Previous FE experience is desirable but not essential.
What’s on offer?
• A supportive and professional environment where development and learner success are at the heart of what we do.
• Competitive annual salary depending on qualification status.
• Standard working hours, term‑time principles applied where applicable.
• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative team focused on growth and high standards.
Next Steps
Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
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