Functional and Digital Skills Tutor

Description

We reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time if we receive suitable applications for the role.

Department: ASF

Location:

Hybrid

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality teaching and learning sessions, workshops, and tutorials in line with curriculum requirements and individual learner needs.
• Assess learners’ English, mathematics and digital abilities, identifying areas for improvement and tailoring teaching methods accordingly.
• Develop and deliver engaging and interactive sessions using a variety of teaching techniques and resources to enhance learner understanding and engagement.
• Provide individualised support to learners, addressing specific learning needs through one-on-one meetings and additional learning resources.
• Monitor and track learners' progress, providing regular feedback and implementing strategies to address areas of weakness.
• Set and mark assignments, tests, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to learners to support their development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in team meetings and training sessions.
• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting learner participation, motivation, and confidence in English, mathematics and ICT.
• Communicate regularly with learners, employers, and relevant stakeholders to provide updates on progress and address concerns.
• Stay up to date with developments in English, mathematics and digital education, curriculum changes, and teaching methodologies to continuously improve teaching standards.

• Learner achievement and progress in English, mathematics and digital skills.
• Learner satisfaction and engagement levels.
• Timely and accurate assessment and feedback.
• Compliance with curriculum requirements and quality standards.
• Effective collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement.

• Minimum of A-level or equivalent qualification in English (essential)
• Minimum of A-level or equivalent qualification in mathematics Minimum of A-level or equivalent qualification in ICT (essential)
• Qualified teacher status (e.g., Cert Ed, PGCE, DTLLS) or a commitment to obtaining it (essential)
• Full, clean driving license and access to a vehicle insured for business use (essential)

• Proven experience in teaching or tutoring English, mathematics and ICT up to at least Functional Skills level 2 or equivalent in all subjects (essential)
• Experience working with adult learners from diverse backgrounds and with varying abilities (essential)
• Experience of developing stimulating and engaging maths programmes (essential)
• Experience of using data analysis to inform teaching and improve learner outcomes (desirable)

• Strong knowledge of the Functional Skills English and maths curriculums and assessment requirements (essential)
• Strong knowledge of digital literacy and Essential Digital Skills qualifications (essential)
• Excellent understanding of teaching methodologies and strategies for supporting diverse learners (essential)
• Familiarity with assessment practices and methods for tracking learner progress (essential)
• Knowledge of Safeguarding, GDPR and Equality and Diversity in education. (essential)
• Awareness of current educational policies and initiatives impacting English, maths and digital education (desirable)

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with learners and create a positive learning environment (essential)
• Patient, adaptable, and able to differentiate teaching and learning to meet individual learner needs (essential)
• Strong organisational…