Functional Skills Tutor

• Annual Salary: £30,722.74 to £37,059.78
• Location: Islington and East Acton, London
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are actively seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor with expertise in either Maths or English to join our clients educational team within the offender learning sector. This role involves travel between sites in Islington and East Acton, London, and plays a crucial role in supporting the educational and personal development of our learners, aiding their positive reintegration into the community.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver engaging and inspiring lessons that elevate learners’ ambitions and encourage self-directed learning.
• Tailor both accredited and non-accredited programmes to meet the unique needs and interests of learners.
• Develop individualised learning plans that equip learners with essential skills, knowledge and behaviours for positive progression.
• Foster a supportive educational environment that promotes academic success and personal development.
• Assess learners’ progress, provide constructive feedback, and assist them in achieving their developmental goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A minimum of Level 2 in Maths and English (GCSE grades 9 to 4, A* to C, or equivalent).
• A qualification in the specialist subject area of Functional Skills English or Maths.
• Demonstrated success in teaching within the subject specialism, particularly within the offender learning sector.
• A Level 5 teaching qualification or equivalent.
• Eligibility for a clean, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits:

• An early finish on Fridays.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact within the offender learning sector and the wider community.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme.
• Annual leave: Up to 26 days and 8 bank holidays
• Holiday buy and sell: Employees can buy or sell their holiday days
• Private medical insurance: Employees may receive a discount on private medical insurance
• Employee assistance program: Novus offers an employee assistance program
• Discounts: Employees may receive discounts on high street and lifestyle items
• Cycle to work scheme: they offer a cycle to work scheme
• Long service reward: Employees may receive a reward for long service
• Paid volunteering: Employees may receive up to 8 hours of paid volunteering time per year
• Employee recognition award: Employees may receive a monthly employee recognition award

To apply for the Functional Skills Tutor position in Islington and East Acton, London please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to

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