SEND Functional Skills Tutor - Part-Time
- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Type
- Part-time
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Salary
- £100–150 / day
- Posted
- 8 Nov 2026
Verified open 9 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page
About the role
Luma Education Recruitment is working with a leading Alternative Provision in Leicester, Leicestershire to recruit a SEND Functional Skills Tutor for an exciting, flexible ongoing opportunity.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Functional Skills Maths and English Tutor who enjoys working with young people with SEND, SEMH, autism, learning difficulties and additional needs.
The role offers 3-5 hours of teaching per day, with flexibility around availability, making it ideal for tutors looking for a part-time or ongoing role within a specialist Alternative Provision setting.
The Role
You will deliver engaging and accessible Functional Skills Maths and English sessions to learners from Entry Level 1 through to Level 2, adapting your teaching to individual abilities, learning needs and EHCP outcomes.
You will help learners develop essential literacy, numeracy, employability, confidence and independence skills, supporting their progression towards further education, employment and adulthood.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver Functional Skills Maths and English from Entry Level 1 to Level 2
Plan and adapt lessons to meet individual SEND needs and EHCP outcomes
Support learners with SEND, SEMH, autism, learning difficulties and additional needs
Create engaging, inclusive and supportive learning environments
Assess progress and provide constructive feedback
Differentiate learning to suit individual abilities and learning styles
Promote confidence, independence and positive engagement with education
Work alongside support staff and the wider education team
Maintain accurate learner records and contribute to reviews where required
What We're Looking For
Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths and/or English
Experience working with SEND, SEMH, autism or learners with additional needs
Strong understanding of differentiated and individualised learning
Confident classroom and behaviour management skills
A patient, engaging and supportive approach
Teaching/tutoring qualification desirable - QTS, PGCE, Cert Ed, PTLLS, AET, CET, DET or equivalent
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Why Apply?
£100-£150 per day, depending on hours worked
3-5 hours per day
Flexible part-time working
Ongoing opportunity within an established Alternative Provision
Supportive specialist SEND environment
Great opportunity for experienced tutors seeking flexible work
Dedicated consultant support from Luma Education Recruitment
Access to further SEND, SEMH and Alternative Provision opportunities
About Luma Education Recruitment
Luma Education Recruitment specialises in placing teachers, tutors and support staff into SEND schools, specialist settings, Alternative Provision and mainstream education across the UK.
We work with education professionals to find flexible supply, long-term and permanent opportunities that match their experience and availability.
All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.
Interested? Send your CV today for a confidential discussion.
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