Functional Skills Math Tutor

What are we looking for? Are you an experienced educator with a passion for supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you understand the difference between mainstream teaching and working with high needs learners in a classroom setting?

About the role: At Peterborough GAPS we deliver tailored education to young people with a range of complex needs, including global developmental delay, Down syndrome, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, severe learning difficulties and social communication challenges. Our learners work at a slower pace and often require additional support with communication and emotional regulation. We are currently seeking a Functional Skills Maths Tutor to deliver Entry Level 1–3 and Level 1 & 2 Functional Skills Maths in small group settings (up to 12 learners). This is not a mainstream role – it requires someone who is patient, adaptable, and confident in managing a classroom of learners with diverse and high needs.

Qualifications:

• AET/CERT ED/PGCE or other relevant teaching qualification
• Maths Grade C/4 or above or Functional skills level 2 Assessor qualification
• SEN qualification (desirable)
• Experience teaching learners with a variety of abilities or learning needs (Essential)
• Experience working with learners who present learning differences (Essential)
• Confident with your delivery (Essential)
• Knowledge of EHCPs (desirable)

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement schemes of work that support individual learning and meet delivery standards.
• Create and execute innovative lesson plans and group activities.
• Deliver sessions for groups per the curriculum, setting clear objectives and targets.
• Utilise resources effectively to support learners with high needs, including ADHD, Autism, and other learning differences.
• Evaluate learners’ maths skills using diagnostic tests and mock assessments.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments to track progress and development.
• Relate subject matter to life and work with practical examples.
• Encourage and support learners to aid their progress.
• Maintain accurate records of progress tracking and documentation.
• Ensure learners are well‑prepared for exams.
• Handle administrative tasks, including planning, logging results, and providing feedback.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to maintain delivery standards and attend standardisation meetings.
• Keep personal CPD updated according to Functional Skills requirements.
• Safeguard learner welfare and adhere to Safeguarding and Prevent policies.
• Undertake additional duties as required, suited to experience and qualifications.

Confidentiality: The individual in this role is responsible for upholding the confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, staff, and other stakeholders. Certain aspects of their work involve handling confidential information, which should not be disclosed to individuals outside their official duties. It is imperative that the post holder consistently adheres to the provisions of the General Data Regulation Act.

Safeguarding, Prevent & Equal Opportunities: TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone. Our commitment extends to adhering to Safer Recruitment Policies, safeguarding practices, complying with the Prevent Duty, and advocating for the well‑being of children, youth, and adults. We continuously enhance and refine our safeguarding processes and procedures, fostering a culture of safeguarding among our team members and volunteers.

Recruitment & Checks: We conduct Safer Recruitment Checks on all staff prior to confirming a start date, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. An online search of public domain information is carried out for all candidates invited to interview. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974; convictions that are protected do not need to be disclosed. Upon a successful job offer, the company performs digitalised right‑to‑work checks and initiates DBS applications through an external service provider. An enhanced DBS check, including the barred list, is mandatory for this role.

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training