Functional Skills Tutor; Literacy – North Rye

Functional Skills Tutor (Literacy) – North Rye

ESPA College, North Rye caters for autistic young people between the ages of 16‑25 who are working towards qualifications from Entry Level to Level 2.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and hardworking individual to join the teaching team at North Rye. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with autistic learners with additional needs in education and hold a PGCE/Cert Ed, or an equivalent Level 5 teaching qualification.

• Develop and deliver individualised learning programmes for autistic people.
• Produce consistently high-quality teaching paperwork.
• Work closely with learning support assistants to deliver outstanding sessions.
• Differentiate learning materials and activities to meet learners’ needs.
• Gather evidence for accredited qualifications and RARPA portfolios.
• Implement thorough risk assessments that ensure all activities are carried out safely.
• Ensure that every student is making progress towards achieving their Education, Health and Care plans targets.
• Collaborate with external professionals and contribute to student reviews.
• Work with some learners who can present challenging behaviour.
• Create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.

• 6 weeks paid holiday, increasing to 8 weeks.
• Company Pension Scheme with Life Assurance.
• Company sick pay scheme up to 3 months full pay.
• Intensive Induction with continuous training and development.
• Excellent career progression.
• Family‑friendly policies.

If you wish to discuss the position further, please contact Chris Strong (College Coordinator) on . For an application form please contact our Human Resources department at

Please note, this position is subject to an Enhanced disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ESPA does not offer sponsorship.