Position: Functional Skills Tutor
Location: East London (Bexley & Havering)
Salary: £28,860 - £34,751
The Role
Are you passionate about supporting neurodiverse young people into employment? We are seeking a Functional Skills Tutor to deliver engaging, inclusive education as part of a dynamic Supported Internship programme in London. You will plan and deliver classroom sessions (virtual and in-person), support interns to achieve Functional Skills qualifications (Entry Level 3 – Level 2), and provide 1:1 tuition when needed. You will work closely with employers, families, job coaches, and local authorities to help interns build confidence, skills, and progress into sustainable work. Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging daily lessons (in-person and virtual)
- Support interns to complete accredited portfolios (e.g. Pearson’s WorkSkills)
- Provide 1:1 tuition where needed
- Assess learning needs and develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Work with employers and job coaches to prepare interns for work
- Track progress, attend reviews, and contribute to student career planning
- Promote the emotional, social and academic welfare of interns
Experience
- Proven success engaging SEN or neurodiverse learners
- Experience delivering group teaching and one-to-one tuition
- Strong track record of achieving outcomes for young people
- Confident communicator across stakeholders (e.g. families, employers)
- Knowledge of Functional Skills, employment law, and disability legislation
- Excellent organisational, IT and problem-solving skills
- Able to work independently and within a wider team
Contact Details:
Sovereign & Bale Careers Recruitment Team
