English Functional Skills Tutor

Published
3 October 2025
Location
Blackburn, Lancashire
Job Type
Department
Teachers
Sector
Education
Office
Education
Shifts
Days
Pay Rate
£168-£215 per day
Location
Blackburn
County

Description

Are you a passionate Functional Skills English Tutor ready to make a real impact in learners’ lives?

 

We are currently recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic Functional Skills Tutor to join a supportive and forward-thinking training provider in Blackburn. This is a part-time role with structured hours across the week: Monday to Wednesday, 8:00am – 4:45pm and Thursday, 8:00am – 12:00pm.

If you're committed to delivering high-quality education in a flexible, family-friendly environment – this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

 

Position Details:

  • Job Title: Functional Skills English Tutor
  • Location: Blackburn
  • Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Contract Type: Part-time, ongoing
  • Hours: Mon–Wed (8:00am–4:45pm), Thurs (8:00am–12:00pm)

 

About the Role:

As a Functional Skills English Tutor, you’ll be part of a collaborative and experienced team who value small group learning, autonomy in teaching, and genuine learner engagement. You’ll be responsible for delivering Functional Skills English lessons in a way that connects with learners, particularly through practical, workplace-relevant examples.

You’ll enjoy generous preparation and planning time, and the freedom to teach in a style that works best for you and your learners — all in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engaging and effective Functional Skills English lessons to small groups
  • Embed real-world, workplace-focused examples into lesson content
  • Support learners to build confidence and progress towards their qualifications
  • Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback
  • Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Work collaboratively with a dedicated and experienced teaching team

The ideal candidate will:

  • Specialise in Functional Skills English (Level 1 & 2)
  • Be confident teaching diverse learners in a post-16 or adult education setting
  • Be passionate about helping learners achieve and apply their skills practically
  • Be proactive, flexible, and able to adapt lessons to suit different learning needs
  • Ideally hold a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, or equivalent)

Why Work with Rotherwood Education?

  • A dedicated and experienced education recruitment team who put your career first
  • Ongoing support throughout your placement
  • Competitive daily rates of pay
  • Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and career goals
  • Clear, simple registration process
  • Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles

 

If you're looking for a rewarding teaching role where you can really connect with learners and shape their success, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Apply today or contact Becky at Rotherwood Education for more information.

This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency.

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