At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging Functional Skills lessons in English and Maths to diverse learners.
- Company: Alternative Provision setting focused on student success and support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering confidence and resilience in students.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by helping them achieve their qualifications.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching Functional Skills and a passion for supporting diverse learners.
The predicted salary is between 13838 - 20231 £ per year.
Location: Harrow, London
Pay: £138.38 - £202.31
Type: Temp to perm
Hours: TBC
Start date: September 2026
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality Functional Skills English and/or Maths lessons to learners within an Alternative Provision setting.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the individual learning needs, abilities, and aspirations of students.
- Assess learners' starting points and create individualised learning plans with clear targets and progression routes.
- Monitor, record, and report on learner attendance, engagement, progress, and achievement.
- Prepare learners for Functional Skills examinations and support them in achieving accredited qualifications.
- Differentiating teaching strategies to support learners with SEND, SEMH needs, EHCPs, and those who may have experienced barriers to education.
- Build positive and professional relationships with learners to promote confidence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning.
- Work collaboratively with pastoral staff, teachers, parents/carers, and external agencies to support learner outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date learner records, assessment data, and tracking information in line with organisational and awarding body requirements.
- Provide regular feedback to learners on their progress and next steps for development.
- Contribute to reviews, meetings, and reporting processes relating to learner progress and attainment.
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and all organisational policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
- Support the development of Functional Skills provision within the Alternative Provision and contribute ideas to improve learner engagement and outcomes.
- Participate in staff training, quality assurance activities, and continuous professional development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Functional Skills qualifications in line with awarding body requirements.
- Support learners to develop the literacy, numeracy, and employability skills required for further education, training, and employment.
- Maintain high expectations of learner behaviour, attendance, and achievement.
- Create an inclusive, supportive, and motivating learning environment that enables all learners to succeed.
Functional Skills Teacher employer: Elementa Support Services Ltd
Elementa Support Services Ltd is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. With a supportive work culture and a dedicated leadership team, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while enjoying competitive pay and a full-time ongoing contract. Working in Streatham, London, offers the unique advantage of being part of a vibrant community focused on fostering student independence and engagement.
Contact Details:
Elementa Support Services Ltd Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Functional Skills Teacher
Functional Skills Teaching
Lesson Planning
Individualised Learning Plans
Assessment and Monitoring
Differentiation Strategies
Relationship Building
Collaboration with External Agencies
