English and Maths Functional Skills Tutor

Job title

English and Maths Functional Skills Tutor

Sunderland (peripatetic)

£26,622 to £27,794

37 hours per week

Non-temporary

25 days plus statutory holidays

Springboard is a registered charity which aims to support the development of sustainable communities, by equipping people with essential skills for work and life. We create employable, life-ready learners through our accessible Study Programmes, Apprenticeships and Adult Skills courses.

Springboard is proud to be an Ofsted rated GOOD provider with almost 50 years of experience in the sector. We uphold the highest standards in everything we do, fostering positive learning environments and adapting to the needs of individuals. We hold the Matrix Award for Information, Advice and Guidance and Better Health at Work Gold Standard.

We are seeking a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to support young people and adults in developing essential English and Maths skills that will equip them for future success. In this role, you will make a real difference to learners who may face a range of challenges, including previous adverse learning experiences, behavioural needs, and SEND. Your support will empower them to build confidence, achieve their goals, and overcome barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will be qualified to at least Level 3 in an English or Maths subject specialism and hold a relevant teaching qualification. You will have proven experience in delivering Functional Skills English and Maths, along with the ability to plan and manage your own workload effectively. This is a peripatetic role, requiring you to travel to and work across various Springboard delivery sites.

Springboard operates in a demanding and often changing environment. Members of staff must be flexible, adaptable and willing to face up to changing circumstances and new opportunities.

The following list of duties and responsibilities must therefore be taken as a guide and is not to be regarded as fully comprehensive:

• Deliver engaging, high quality functional skills sessions to groups of learners
• Plan lessons and adapt teaching methods to meet individual learner needs
• Assess, monitor and track learner progress providing timely constructive feedback
• Maintain up to date and accurate records of individual learning and progress through the programme, provide swift support and intervention for learners who start to fall behind
• Assist the Maths and English Team Leader to develop strategies for success
• Liaise with other Springboard staff regarding learner progression
• Assist in the development of new initiatives as part of the ongoing commitment to the quality and progress of Springboard
• Carry out duties in accordance with Quality Systems and Procedures
• Adhere to Springboard’s policies on Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities and other policy guidance

Essential skills and experience

• Qualified or working towards level 3 at the least in English or Maths.
• Teaching qualification
• Proven experience of English and Maths teaching
• Previous experience of working with young people
• Initiative and ability to plan own workload
• Ability to deliver key objectives within agreed timescales
• Excellent interpersonal skills including communication and team building
• Good presentation skills
• Up to date IT skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective teamwork

Desirable

• Ability to identify and develop training opportunities
• Evidence of successful liaison with external agencies

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Sick pay

Springboard is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance, ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS and a minimum of two satisfactory references.

As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or other characteristic. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will make every effort to meet your needs.