Functional Skills Tutor

Job Title: Functional Skills English & Maths Tutor Location: HMP Brixton, South West London Salary: £30,722.82 to £37,059.79 (inclusive of London weighting allowance) plus Teacher's Pension Benefits: • Generous annual leave that can be taken throughout the year, not limited to school holidays. • A Monday to Friday working schedule. • The in-house ‘Evolve’ training programme, offering opportunities for career development through various recognised qualifications. • Support for obtaining teaching and assessor qualifications. • Comprehensive training for working in a prison environment. • Clear progression routes to management positions within education. • Smaller class sizes compared to further education colleges. • Flexibility and innovation in the curriculum. • Additional support for behavioural and complex needs. • Excellent pension schemes, including the Teacher's Pension Scheme. • An in-house awards scheme. • Healthcare discounts through Simply Health. • Retail discounts via You at Work. The Role of Functional Skills Tutor As a Functional Skills Tutor (English and Maths) at HMP Brixton, you will play a crucial role in helping learners develop essential skills that will serve them throughout their lives. HMP Brixton is conveniently located a 15-minute walk from Brixton tube and train station, with a bus stop just a 2-minute walk from the prison. You will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective lessons, tailoring your teaching to meet the needs of each individual learner. Your passion for education and dedication to learners' success will make you a valuable asset to our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a close-knit, supportive team committed to staff well-being. You will join a team of four Functional Skills tutors led by an experienced manager, who will provide support with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and training. This role is full-time and permanent, requiring 37 hours per week over 4.5 days: Monday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a 1:00 pm finish on Fridays. You will work with a maximum of 8-10 learners at a time. Responsibilities of the Functional Skills Tutor • Develop and deliver high-quality functional skills lessons in Maths and English. • Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and participation. • Assess learner needs and develop individualised learning plans. • Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback. • Support learners in achieving their functional skills qualifications. • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for all learners. • Stay up to date with curriculum changes and best practices in functional skills education. Essential Qualifications and Experience for The Functional Skills Tutor • A teaching qualification or subject specialist qualification at Level 4 (Level 5 - new standards), with a commitment to obtain the relevant Level 4 qualification within a specified timeframe. • At least a Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy. • Proven track record of effective teaching in your subject specialism. • Ability to gain and maintain a clean, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational nature of some roles within our group, certain positions are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and may require an Enhanced DBS check, as well as additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. For more information please contact the Pertemps Team on 0191 3000513