Functional Skills English 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?

At Ipswich 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. We are currently seeking a Functional Skills English Tutor to deliver Entry Level 1–3 and Level 1 & 2 Functional Skills English 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.

• AET/CERT ED/PGCE or other relevant teaching qualifications (Essential)
• English Grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills Level 2 (Essential)
• Assessor qualification (Essential)
• SEN qualifications (Desirable)
• Experience of teaching learners with various abilities or learning needs (Essential)
• Experienced 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’ English 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.

These responsibilities serve as an initial outline for the tasks that the post holder will initially be expected to perform. Changes may occur over time to accommodate evolving job requirements and adapt to shifting circumstances.

Given the dynamic nature of our operational environment, individuals in these roles must demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to travel to different work locations. This outline will be subject to periodic review as part of our Continuous Professional Development process.

The individual in this role is responsible for upholding the confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, staff, and other stakeholders. The post holder must consistently adhere to the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation Act.

We are 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. All staff are expected to adhere to our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in their job description.