Functional Skills Tutor job at Sevenoaks Full Time NEW

About the Role

White Rocks Farm College is a small specialist work-based learning centre offering vocational BTEC courses for students who have additional educational needs. We are a specialist 16+ Vocational College, with a 19+ unit for students who are not yet ready for work. As an employee of White Rocks Farm, you will join a supportive and inclusive working environment with opportunities for professional development and training and the chance to make a genuine impact on learners’ lives.

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Functional Skills Tutor to deliver high-quality teaching in English and Maths to learners working towards land-based qualifications.

This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting learners in developing the essential literacy and numeracy skills needed for independence, employment, and everyday life.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Functional Skills lessons (Entry Level to Level 2 where appropriate)
• Support learners with a range of additional needs, adapting teaching to meet individual learning styles.
• Assess learner progress and maintain accurate records in line with awarding body requirements.
• Prepare learners for assessments, ensuring they are confident and well-supported.
• Contribute to EHCP outcomes and personalised learning plans where applicable.
• Provide ongoing feedback to learners to support progress and motivation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment, following safeguarding and organisational policies.

Person Specification

Essential

• A recognised teaching or training qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training, or equivalent)
• Experience delivering Functional Skills or Maths/English to young people or adults.
• Good understanding of differentiation and supporting learners with additional needs.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners.

Desirable

• Experience working in a SEND or alternative education setting.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and person-centred planning
• Experience preparing learners for Functional Skills assessments.
• Relevant subject qualification in English and/or Maths

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners. The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Pay: £13.50-£22.43 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking

Work Location: In person