Functional Skills Tutor

This role is for a September 2026 start. 

Are you a creative and adaptable Tutor looking to make a real difference within SEN? Do you believe in hands-on, engaging learning rather than traditional "talk and chalk" teaching? If so, this role could be perfect for you!

This organisation is looking for a passionate Functional Skills Tutor to deliver an innovative Study Programme for young people aged 16-25 with an EHCP. These learners have SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and many are care leavers who have opted out of formal education.

You'll be working with small groups (5 learners + 1 LSA) and will have the freedom to think outside the box when it comes to teaching. Forget worksheets and standard classroom setups, this role is about experiential learning.

For example, rather than teaching percentages with handouts, you might take your learners to the shops during a sale to see discounts in action. The focus is on engagement, relevance, and impact, making learning meaningful for each individual.

PLEASE NOTE:  This role will be working across various locations in Northamptonshire which could include places of work, community centres or a learner’s home. This is a driver essential role.

What You’ll Be Doing:
 
Teaching morning and afternoon sessions (45-minute lessons with 15-minute breaks)
Planning and delivering sessions aim to provide life skills and embedding maths and English and support learners to achieve their educational goals
Adapting teaching methods to be interactive and engaging (so co-curriculum design around interests where possible)
Using real-world experiences to make lessons come alive
Supporting learners in building confidence and independence
Implementing the PACE Model – a therapeutic approach to supporting young people
What We’re Looking For:

Teaching Qualification (AET3/PTLLS minimum)
Experience or passion for working with learners who have SEMH, Autism, ADHD
An ability to teach without relying on worksheets or traditional methods
Creativity in lesson delivery – have you used alternative learning approaches before? If not, would you like to?
A positive, patient, and flexible approach
Why Join?
 
Term-time only , enjoy school holidays (with around 15 – 20 training days which feed into school holidays).
Small class sizes – focus on real impact
Chance to join a brand-new organisation who are responsibly growing, and making a difference
Please apply via this advert—we aim to respond to all applications. If you haven’t heard back within 72 hours, please complete the “Send Us a Message” form on the Contact Us page of the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a response from a real person.

For more details, call the office and ask for Lawrence (contact number available on the Red 5 People website)