Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Description

Full-time Permanent

Posted 20 Apr 2026

We are a disability‑confident, committed employer dedicated to creating opportunities for all. We support young people and adults with a range of complex needs, including developmental delay, Down syndrome, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, severe learning difficulties, and social communication challenges.

Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Ipswich GAPS

8.30 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday, inclusive of a daily unpaid lunch break. 37.5 hours per week.

Permanent

Centre Manager

Not specified

A professional and responsible individual for planning and teaching the Functional Skills curriculum, who ensures differentiation is evident. The role includes teaching Functional Skills Maths Level 1 to Level 2 and Entry Level 1 to 2 in small group settings (up to 12 learners). The tutor must be patient, adaptable and confident in managing a classroom of learners with diverse and high needs.

• AET/CERTED/PGCE or other relevant teaching qualification (Essential)
• Maths Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2 (Essential)
• Experience teaching learners with various abilities or learning needs (Essential)
• Experience working with learners who present learning differences (Essential)
• Knowledge of EHCPs (desirable)

• 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.

• Annual leave: 20 days per year plus 8 UK public holidays. One additional day for each complete year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days after 5 years, for a maximum of 25 days. Pro‑rated for part‑time hours.
• Christmas and New Year shutdown: 3 additional days at full pay for staff with 1 year of service. Pro‑rated for part‑time hours.
• Birthday leave: the day off at full pay when your birthday falls on a working day.
• Sickness pay allowance after the probationary period.
• Pension scheme after 3 months of employment.
• Bupa Cash Plan level 1 paid by the company after the probationary period.
• Employee Assistance Programme to access help and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for immediate family (eligibility applies).
• Discounted membership for BUPA (subject to qualifying conditions).
• Long Service Club: loyalty gift upon completion of 5 and 10 years of continuous service.
• Quarterly and annual awards.
• Company tools and equipment for the performance of duties.
• Reimbursement of travel to other locations outside the Centre (excluding travel to the usual workplace).

TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone.

To apply, please complete the application form online at:

TCHC Group Limited has delivered skills training and support for 19 years, transforming the lives of individuals by being a leading provider of exceptional delivery of employment, skills, and business support.