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Techniche Global are supporting a not-for-profit social enterprise to appoint a Functional Skills Tutor who will work closely with the Company’s South Yorkshire teams to support the needs of our young people. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the quality of education, focusing on teaching functional skills from Entry Level 1 to Level 2. They will work collaboratively with current tutors and the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Lead to enhance their teaching practice and ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
Salary:                  £30k
Location:              Barnsley- onsite (occasionally, you can work some of your day from home)
Duration:             perm/ full-time
Hours of Work: Mon-Fri 9 am – 5 pm
  
Key requirements:
Teaching

Deliver high-quality teaching of functional skills from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
Provide in-class support and interventions as needed, tailored to individual learning needs.
Deliver high-quality planning and curriculum tailored to individual learning needs.
Working in conjunction with the Outstanding and Good criteria for OFSTED
To organise the workshop and classroom, its resources, student groupings and displays to provide a stimulating learning environment
To complete all associated organisation/administrative work, preparation and marking, including exam entries
To provide pick-ups and drop-offs of students, ensure the necessary business cover has been added to car insurance, and ensure tax and MOT are in place and maintained Administration

Maintain systems for tracking and monitoring student progress, attainment, and engagement.
Use data to identify trends, learning gaps, and improvement areas.
Implement strategies to improve student outcomes, ensuring each learner makes significant progress.
To assist with all administration, including assessment, referrals, transition in and out, and course requirements
To keep and maintain student and class records for attendance and tracking of progress towards qualifications
To place, prepare, develop and evaluate courses and course materials, and where appropriate, supervise course provision
Maintain accurate student progress and outcomes records, reporting on data to the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Lead. Collaboration

Collaborate with the Teaching, Learning and Assessment Lead and Change Leader to set priorities.
Lead on specific initiatives to embed best practices in inclusive education and differentiated learning.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and high expectations for all students and staff.
To participate and undertake Staff Performance Management and in-service training (CPD)
To attend meetings as scheduled
To participate in The Company engagement activities Qualifications

To have a GCSE Level 4 (Grade C) minimum in Maths and English
Level 5 (or higher) qualification in teaching, with specialism in SEND preferred.
To have a Youth Work qualification to at least Level 3
To have up-to-date Safeguarding Knowledge to at least Level 3
To have an Information, Advice or Guidance qualification to at least level 2
Experience working within a staff team and with young people
Proven experience in teaching GCSE (or alternative) functional skills in Maths or English (Entry Level 1 to Level 2).
Significant experience in teaching post-16 learners, particularly those with SEND.
Strong background in tracking, monitoring, and reporting on student progress and outcomes.
Experience with exam coordination and data analysis
Deep understanding of SEND, alternative provision, and inclusive education
Strong pedagogical knowledge, including strategies for differentiated instruction and supporting diverse learning needs.
Proficiency in using data to drive improvements in teaching and learning.
Familiarity with safeguarding procedures and a commitment to promoting the welfare of all students. Skills, Qualities and Attributes

Build and maintain quality relationships through interpersonal skills and effective communication.
To be proficient in Microsoft Office
To have experience working with CPOMS
Demonstrate personal and professional integrity, including modelling and upholding our EPIC ARC (Stated below)
Promote good progress and outcomes by students.
Fulfil wider professional responsibilities within The Company.
Ability to manage difficult situations, including conflict, professionally and sensitively, which demonstrates support and mutual respect