Functional Skills Tutor

Functional Skills Tutor - Chester

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

Prospero Teaching are recruiting for a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver personalised 1:1 tuition in Chester.

This role would suit a tutor who can combine strong subject knowledge with an approachable teaching style and help learners develop the practical skills they need to progress.

Responsibilities
Deliver individual Functional Skills tuition
Support English and/or Maths depending on learner requirements
Plan sessions around current ability
Identify and target areas for improvement
Develop practical literacy and numeracy skills
Adapt teaching to maintain engagement
Encourage independence and confidence
Provide feedback on learner development

Essential Criteria
Previous teaching or tutoring experience
Experience with Functional Skills is desirable
Strong English and/or Maths subject knowledge
Experience working with children or young people
Adaptable and supportive approach
QTS, PGCE or equivalent 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.