Functional Skills Tutor

Functional Skills Tutor - Halton

Location: Halton
Hours: 5-15 hours per week
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Ongoing

Prospero Teaching are recruiting for a Functional Skills Tutor to provide personalised educational support to learners in the Halton area.

We are particularly interested in tutors who can support learners working towards Functional Skills qualifications and who are comfortable adapting sessions to suit different abilities and learning styles.

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for delivering individual tuition designed to improve academic skills, confidence and engagement.

Duties will include:

Delivering structured 1:1 Functional Skills sessions
Supporting learners with English and/or Maths
Assessing areas for development
Creating accessible and engaging learning activities
Encouraging learners to develop independent study skills
Monitoring progress and providing appropriate feedback

Candidate Requirements

Experience delivering Functional Skills or equivalent tuition
Strong knowledge of English and/or Maths
Experience supporting children or young people
Ability to build rapport with learners
Flexible and adaptable approach to teaching
QTS, PGCE or relevant tutoring experience desirable
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
Right to Work in the UK
Two professional references

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.