We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Functional Skills Math’s and/or English Tutors to join our Adult and Community Education team, supporting adult learners to develop their skills, confidence and qualifications.
You will deliver high-quality Functional Skills Math’s and/or English teaching through a flexible combination of online and face-to-face learning. Delivery will take place in community venues and other appropriate locations across Hampshire and the South Coast, supporting learners with a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and learning needs.
You will work closely with learners to identify their individual learning needs, build their confidence and support them to make progress towards their Functional Skills qualifications. Your role will be key in helping adults develop the English and Math’s skills they need for everyday life, further education, employment and progression.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about adult education and committed to helping learners achieve their potential. You will be an engaging, patient and supportive tutor who can create a positive learning environment and adapt your teaching to meet the needs of individual learners.
To succeed in this role, you will need experience of teaching Functional Skills Math’s and/or English, together with the ability to deliver engaging learning both online and face-to-face. You will be confident using a range of teaching approaches and digital learning tools, and able to motivate learners who may have previously lacked confidence in Math’s or English.
Salary: £28.97 p/h+ £3.50p/h holiday allowance
Hours: Casual claim, to be agreed
Start Date: September 2026
Closing Date: 1st September 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 7th September 2026
Salary: £28.97 p/h+ £3.50p/h holiday allowance
Hours: Casual claim, to be agreed
Start Date: September 2026
Closing Date: 1st September 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 7th September 2026
Itchen College is a thriving Sixth Form College with a broad curriculum offer to meet the needs of the local community. The college is situated in pleasant surroundings to the east of Southampton with excellent local transport links. Ofsted inspected the college in September 2024, grading overall provision as Outstanding with Outstanding Quality of Education, Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes, Outstanding Leadership and Management, Outstanding Education Programmes for Young People and Outstanding Provision for Learners with High Needs.
The college is committed to supporting staff wellbeing and professional development. The college has an excellent in house CPD programme for all teaching and support staff including a dedicated programme for Early Career Teachers. The college also has close links with the Southampton Education Forum, the Wessex Group and the SFCA, including subject groups and CPD opportunities at all levels. The college offers a wide range of benefits for staff including free parking, an onsite nursery, occupational pension schemes, an Employee Assistance Programme and free use of the college gym.
Key Responsibilities
To deliver high quality Functional Skills English and/or Maths courses to adults through a flexible mix of online and face to-face delivery, in community venues and other appropriate locations across Hampshire and the South Coast.
Teaching groups of adults at different levels, using a range of relevant methods and approaches to enable and support learning across Functional Skills English and/or Maths.
Delivering engaging and inclusive learning through a combination of face-to-face and online teaching, making effective use of digital platforms, technology and learning resources.
Motivating and supporting learners to achieve their potential and develop the confidence, skills and knowledge required for progression in education, training, employment and everyday life.
Preparing schemes of work, lesson plans and learning materials which meet the requirements of the relevant Functional Skills curriculum and qualifications.
Teaching groups of adults at different levels, using a range of relevant methods and approaches to enable and support learning across Functional Skills English and/or Maths.
Delivering engaging and inclusive learning through a combination of face-to-face and online teaching, making effective use of digital platforms, technology and learning resources.
Motivating and supporting learners to achieve their potential and develop the confidence, skills and knowledge required for progression in education, training, employment and everyday life.
Preparing schemes of work, lesson plans and learning materials which meet the requirements of the relevant Functional Skills curriculum and qualifications.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Experience of teaching Functional Skills Math’s and/or English to adults.
A strong commitment to supporting adult learners and helping them achieve their goals.
The ability to engage and motivate learners with a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and learning needs.
Confidence in delivering effective teaching through both online and face-to-face methods.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners.
The ability to adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual learner needs.
A patient, encouraging and positive approach to supporting learners to build confidence.
Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
A strong commitment to supporting adult learners and helping them achieve their goals.
The ability to engage and motivate learners with a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and learning needs.
Confidence in delivering effective teaching through both online and face-to-face methods.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners.
The ability to adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual learner needs.
A patient, encouraging and positive approach to supporting learners to build confidence.
Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
Workplace Benefits
Values-driven culture - we’re really proud of our culture. We’re looking for someone who is as driven by our college values as we are!
Learning and Development - access to support and resources to drive your own development.
Free parking - free on-site parking, as well as good public transport links.
Free On-site Gym & Sports Facilities
Free Hot Drinks for Staff
Canteen - freshly prepared food with plenty of choice.
Access to College Library
Free College WiFi
Learning and Development - access to support and resources to drive your own development.
Free parking - free on-site parking, as well as good public transport links.
Free On-site Gym & Sports Facilities
Free Hot Drinks for Staff
Canteen - freshly prepared food with plenty of choice.
Access to College Library
Free College WiFi
Functional Skills Maths and English Tutor in Southampton employer: Itchen Sixth Form College
Itchen Sixth Form College is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and values-driven workplace culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and students. With a focus on professional development, employees benefit from learning opportunities and access to facilities like a free gym, making it an ideal environment for those looking to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the lives of international students.
