Functional Skills Tutor

Are you a passionate, qualified Functional Skills Tutor with experience in delivering Maths and English up to level 2?

If yes, let’s connect!

TQ Education & Training (part of the Pearson Group) is a provider of outsourced training services to the UK Ministry of Defence, other public sector organisations and private companies both in the UK and overseas. You will support Functional Skills delivery as part of the Army Royal Engineer Apprenticeship contract with the MoD however, your role isn't just limited to one contract; you'll have the opportunity to work across various exciting TQ partnerships!

About the role

You will be responsible for delivering English and Mathematics Functional Skills qualifications to learners across our Pearson TQ Work Based Learning contracts. This is a peripatetic role and will involve teaching, motivating and guiding learners to success across various locations, including:

• Minley, Surrey
• Aldershot, Hampshire
• Worthy Down, Hampshire
• Tidworth, Wiltshire

We would welcome applications for the peripatetic Functional Skills Tutor in any of the listed locations above as well as the local areas. We are also actively recruiting for a full-time Functional Skills Tutor based at Marchwood and a full-time Functional Skills Tutor based at Worthy Down.

Your key responsibilities

• Teach English and Mathematics Functional Skills qualifications at levels 1 and 2.
• Motivate a caseload of learners to ensure they successfully complete their learning on time.
• Provide engaging onsite and remote teaching support.
• Conduct Speaking and Listening assessments (including recording) and complete Awarding Body paperwork.
• Complete Tutor Rationale, Programme Plans and Learning Session Records for each learner.
• Ensure the learner’s e-portfolio is updated with evidence of learning, achievement, feedback, communication attempts and show the learning plan.
• Have available an up-to-date syllabus, schemes of work, lesson plans and learning materials aligned to individual learner needs.
• Prepare and use suitable teaching and learning materials which consider differentiation and individual learning styles.
• Undertake other specified duties including course/resource development, tutorial support and associated administrative tasks.
• Provide relevant Functional Skills statistical data to the management team.
• Maintain accurate records and follow appropriate Quality Assurance and Risk Management systems and protocols.
• Join the team in staff and self-development training.

About you

• Relevant teaching qualification e.g., Cert Ed, PGCE or DTLLS
• A minimum level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics
• Experience of delivering Functional Skills (English and Mathematics) up to level 2
• Experience of providing face to face and remote support to learners using a range of delivery methods
• Ability to embrace and develop practical and innovative delivery models for Functional Skills
• Ability to adopt contextualised Functional Skills delivery techniques to engage learners
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• Full, current driving licence
• Car owner, with a willingness to use on Pearson TQ business as required (mileage allowance payable)

We know you will do great work, here are just some of the benefits you will get in return:

• 26 days annual leave
• Aviva AE pension scheme
• Life, private medical and dental care insurance options, plus free eye tests
• Stock / Share purchase options
• Maternity, paternity, and family care leave as well as flexible working policies
• An employee wellbeing programme
• Cycle to work program
• Volunteering days
• Gym membership concessions in selected office locations
• Retail and Leisure discounts

What to expect from Pearson

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