Functional Skills Tutor (Maths & English)
 
Location: MoD Lyneham (fully onsite)
Contract: 12-month FTC
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 DOE
 
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high-quality teaching in Maths and English (Level 1 & 2) to Army apprentices based onsite at MoD Lyneham. You will play a key role in supporting learners to achieve their apprenticeship Functional Skills requirements, delivering face-to-face sessions, coaching individuals, and preparing them for assessments.
 
This role is ideal for a tutor with strong classroom delivery experience, excellent organisational skills, and a passion for supporting learners who are developing both professionally and academically.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, face-to-face Functional Skills sessions in English and Maths (Level 1 & 2).
• Support and coach apprentices to achieve Functional Skills within required timeframes.
• Adapt teaching to meet diverse learning needs, including learners with SPLDs or neurodiverse requirements.
• Prepare learners for assessments and provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons, resources, and learner documentation.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and follow safeguarding and quality procedures.

 
Essential Experience & Skills

• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and learner welfare.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and motivate learners.

 
Qualifications

• Recognised teaching/training qualification (e.g., CertEd, AET, DET or equivalent).
• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C / 4-9 or above.

 
Additional Requirements

• Able to pass relevant security checks for working on a military site (e.g., DBS/BPSS).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.