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Functional Skills Tutor - Maths

March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0PRFull-time£33,000 - £35,000 per yearCloses 03/09/2026
Prison Education

AE Talent Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a leading education provider for a Functional Skills Maths Tutor to join the education team at HMP Whitemoor.

Are you a passionate Maths Tutor looking for a role where your teaching genuinely makes a difference?

This is an excellent opportunity to deliver City & Guilds Functional Skills Maths from Entry Level 1 to Level 2, supporting learners on their rehabilitation journey and helping them develop the skills, confidence and qualifications they need for life and employment beyond custody.

The Role

As a Functional Skills Maths Tutor, you will:

  • Deliver Functional Skills Maths from Entry Level 1 to Level 2

  • Teach groups of up to 12 learners

  • Conduct initial assessments and use BKSB diagnostics to identify learner starting points

  • Develop and maintain Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)

  • Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and effective lessons

  • Adapt teaching approaches to meet different learning needs and abilities

  • Support learners with additional learning needs and reasonable adjustments

  • Monitor learner progress and support achievement

  • Prepare learners for examinations and assessments

  • Motivate and inspire learners to reach their potential

  • Promote numeracy and positive attitudes towards learning

  • Work closely with prison staff, support practitioners and employability teams

  • Maintain accurate learner records and administration

  • Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment

About You

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic educator who is passionate about helping people succeed.

Essential:

  • Level 3 Maths qualification

  • Teaching qualification at Level 5 or above, such as PGCE, Cert Ed or DTLLS, or willingness to work towards one

  • Experience delivering Functional Skills Maths

  • Strong lesson planning and classroom management skills

  • Ability to engage and motivate learners

  • Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • Good administration and record-keeping skills

  • Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion

Desirable

  • Prison education experience

  • Further Education or adult learning experience

  • Experience using BKSB or similar diagnostic tools

  • Knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF)

  • Internal Quality Assurance qualification or willingness to work towards one

  • Confidence and genuine passion for Maths

Why Apply?

This is more than just a teaching role. You'll have the opportunity to:

  • Make a genuine difference to learners' lives

  • Help learners overcome barriers to education

  • Build confidence and develop essential Maths skills

  • Support learners towards recognised qualifications

  • Improve employment opportunities following release

  • Contribute to meaningful rehabilitation

  • Work as part of a dedicated prison education team