Functional Skills Tutor

Job Title: Functional Skills Tutor Location: HMP Millsike Salary: From £30,000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Hours of Work: Full-time – 38.5 hours per week · Four days per week: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM · One half-day per week: either 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM or 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM Role & Client Overview: Our client is a leading provider of prison education and rehabilitation programmes, committed to empowering individuals with the skills and knowledge needed for a fresh start. This is a unique opportunity to be among the first Tutors at HMP Millsike, a brand-new prison near York, shaping the education programme from Spring 2025 onwards. As a Functional Skills Maths & English Tutor, you will play a crucial role in delivering City & Guilds Functional Skills qualifications (Entry Level 1 to Level 2) to a class of 12 learners, helping them develop vital skills for their future. This role requires a creative and engaging teaching approach, with a focus on learner-centred education and restorative practices to promote personal growth and rehabilitation. Key Responsibilities: · Deliver engaging Functional Skills Maths & English lessons to learners with diverse educational needs. · Support learners in building numeracy and literacy skills, covering core topics such as fractions, percentages, problem-solving, reading, writing, and communication. · Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs, including learners with neurodiverse conditions. · Encourage reading for pleasure to support those with low literacy skills. · Develop individual learning plans and monitor learner progress. · Create a positive and supportive classroom environment that fosters confidence, motivation, and self-development. · Prepare learners for exams and assessments, helping them achieve accredited qualifications. · Work collaboratively with prison staff and education teams to align learning with long-term employment and rehabilitation goals. Essential/Desirable Criteria: Essential: · Level 3 qualification in Maths & English (or equivalent). · Experience in teaching or training in a classroom or learning environment. · Ability to engage and motivate learners using creative teaching methods. · Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to handle challenging situations constructively. · A passion for supporting individuals in achieving their long-term goals. Desirable: · A Level 5 Teaching Qualification (or equivalent) – or willingness to work towards one. · Experience working with neurodiverse learners or those with additional learning needs. · Previous experience in prison education, alternative education, or adult learning. Benefits: This role offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a brand-new education team, helping individuals develop essential skills for their future. Our client offers a range of benefits, including: · 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). · A paid volunteering day each year. · Enhanced maternity scheme and wedding leave. · Pension scheme and life assurance. · Cycle to Work scheme. · Employee Assistance Programme and access to an online wellbeing centre. · Access to hundreds of discounts via the Additions portal