Functional Skills Tutor

Functional Skills Tutor - Runcorn

Location: Runcorn
Hours: 5-15 hours per week
Start Date: October 2026
Duration: Ongoing

Prospero Teaching are recruiting for an adaptable Functional Skills Tutor to provide 1:1 tuition in Runcorn.

The successful candidate will support learners who may have experienced barriers to education, helping them develop their core skills and work towards achievable academic goals.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver personalised Functional Skills tuition
Support development in Maths and/or English
Identify gaps in core knowledge
Adapt sessions to suit individual learning needs
Build confidence and motivation
Use accessible and engaging teaching methods
Track learner development and provide feedback

Requirements
Experience delivering Functional Skills, GCSE or equivalent tuition
Strong knowledge of Maths and/or English
Previous experience working with young people
Ability to engage learners who may be reluctant to learn
Patient, reliable and adaptable approach
Experience supporting SEND learners is desirable
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Right to Work in the UK
Two professional child-related references

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy