Essential Skills Numeracy Tutor in Belfast

Use your maths expertise to open real doors for young people. At Get Set UK, we support individuals to gain qualifications, confidence and credible routes into employment. We are looking for a Freelance Essential Skills Numeracy Tutor to deliver high-quality teaching that prepares learners for recognised qualifications and future opportunity. This is purposeful teaching. It is also structured, accountable and outcome-focused.

If you are organised, confident and committed to high standards, this role will suit you well.

Numeracy qualifications can unlock jobs, apprenticeships and further study. Your role is to make maths practical, relevant and confidence-building.

You will:

• Deliver Essential Skills Numeracy / Application of Number programmes
• Prepare learners for accredited assessment
• Maintain strong engagement and attendance
• Adapt teaching to varied abilities and learning needs
• Model professionalism, punctuality and preparation
• Maintain accurate records aligned to safeguarding and compliance standards

This is freelance delivery with clear expectations around quality and reliability.

Location: Belfast
Rate: Up to £28 per hour
Contract: Freelance

We are looking for someone who can evidence:

• Subject expertise: You hold a degree where Mathematics forms at least 50% of your studies (Maths, Engineering, Physics, Economics or similar).
• Teaching qualification: You hold a recognised teaching qualification in line with ES Circular 01/12.
• Accredited delivery experience: You have experience delivering Essential Skills Numeracy or Application of Number.
• Professional structure: You plan thoroughly, manage classroom expectations and maintain accurate documentation.
• Learner engagement: You can build confidence while holding clear academic standards.
• Safeguarding awareness: You understand the importance of safeguarding and compliance in all delivery.

A typical teaching day starts with preparation and a clear lesson objective aligned to the Essential Skills curriculum. In the classroom, I set expectations early and link the content to practical examples that learners can relate to. I monitor engagement and adapt my approach where needed, without lowering standards. After delivery, I update records, review progress and plan the next session carefully. The goal is not just exam success, but building confidence and practical understanding. It is structured, purposeful teaching with measurable outcomes.

Be Ambitious. Be Inspiring. Be Proud. Be Considerate. Own It. We are looking for tutors who live these values in the classroom.

The work we do matters and carries real responsibility. We are looking for people who approach it with professionalism and genuine commitment.

As part of your application, you will complete a small number of role-specific questions. These must be completed in full for your application to be considered. We also look carefully at the clarity and quality of your CV. Providing accurate information and clear evidence of your experience helps us understand your suitability for the role.

We appreciate the time and effort that goes into a thoughtful application and look forward to hearing from you. Get Set to make an impact. Apply today.

You must have the full right to work in Northern Ireland. Visa sponsorship is not available. This role is subject to safeguarding and vetting requirements, including enhanced AccessNI checks.

We reserve the right to close applications early, so we encourage early applications. Get Set UK is a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and are committed to supporting physical and mental wellbeing at work. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. This role is subject to satisfactory recruitment checks and a commitment to safeguarding learners and clients. Get Set UK does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies.