Job Overview
Are you looking to join a dynamic college that is going places? We are in a phase of transition into a specialist college here in Southend and we are looking for tutors to join us on our journey.
Our class sizes are small 10-20 and we support our teachers fully in both their practice and development.
Why not join the college at the heart of our community in Southend?
We are looking for additional experienced tutors to support with the delivery of our Functional Skills Provision. We deliver English and Math's Functional Skills courses at E1-E3, Level 1 and Level 2 and we are seeking experienced tutors who can teach both English and Math's at Functional skills level.
The successful candidate(s) will join our team and deliver engaging and effective Functional Skills courses to our study programme and adult learners.
As an established Functional Skills provider consistently achieving pass rates above the national average, we are now seeking to expand our provision and continue to build on our successful Functional Skills programme.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, nurturing, and supportive instruction to study programme and adult learners in cohorts of up to 20 learners, helping them to develop their skills and achieve their Entry, Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills qualifications.
The tutor is also responsible for creating resources, maintaining attendance records, tracking leaner progress and reporting this to the Functional Skills Lead, and for taking an active role in monitoring and evaluating the quality of the delivery. Occasional meetings with the Functional Skills Lead and Vice Principal Curriculum & Quality, and regular communication should be expected.
This successful candidate(s) will be employed on an hourly paid lecturer basis. Working hours are variable between 6 - 12 hours per week but will depend on the scheduling of classroom-based courses. Our 36 -week courses are delivered regularly throughout the year, and tutors are contracted on a course-by-course basis based on demand.
There will be a requirement to attend team meetings, open evenings and take part in enrolment activities.
Key Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive schemes of work, lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments for Functional Skills courses.
Deliver 3-hour Entry, Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills courses that are dynamic, interactive and engaging, that cater to a diverse group of 16-19 and adult learners, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Work with individuals and groups to agree and keep up to date Individual Learning Plans as appropriate to their needs, supporting them to achieve these goals through regular reviews
Utilise a range of teaching techniques and tools to accommodate different learning styles and abilities in a classroom setting.
Provide clear explanations of concepts, ensuring students grasp fundamental principles and can apply them practically.
Offer personalised support and guidance to learners who require additional assistance, using communication methods to facilitate their learning journey effectively.
Evaluate student performance through online assignments and quizzes and provide timely and detailed feedback.
Monitor attendance, punctuality and progress of learners
Maintain accurate records of student participation, progress, and performance, and submit necessary reports to line managers.
Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, contribute to curriculum development, and enhance the overall quality, achievement and success of the courses.
Keep up to date with developments in the field of Functional Skills and education, integrating relevant updates into the course content.
Attend periodic standardisation, review, and curriculum development meetings with the Functional Skills team.
Ensure adherence to established teaching policies, procedures, and quality standards.
In addition to the above areas of responsibility the post-holder maybe required to undertake any other reasonable duties relating to the broad scope of the position, commensurate with the post, and in support of the college.
Functional Skills sits within the Study Programme Team which currently has 11 Full Time staff, and are dedicated to Functional Skills provision.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All candidates are welcomed at the College without regard to ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and that students and staff can study and work in an environment free from harassment and bullying.
Southend City Community College aims to achieve curriculum excellence by promoting consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessment across all provision.
Southend City Community College is committed to ensuring that all learners, and staff understand how to keep themselves and others safe in college, in the community and in the workplace. We ensure our College community promotes a safe place to work and learn and we will put appropriate measures in place to safeguard learners this includes our duty under PREVENT to protect learners from radicalisation.
This role is involved in regulated activity with Children and or vulnerable adults. This role will require an appropriate clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Pre-employment checks and training will include safeguarding training and a sound understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Closing Date: Thursday 30th July 2026
Interviews: Thursday 6th August 2026
Pay: £26.33-£30.11 per hour
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (required)
- Tutoring: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
