Lead Tutor – Functional Skills
Location: Thetford, Norfolk
Salary: £31,980 – £38,000
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
⏱ Hours: 37 per week
✨ Benefits Include:
• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 33 with service)
• Life assurance
• Retail discounts
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About the Role
An established and Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ training provider is seeking a Lead Tutor – Functional Skills to take on a pivotal leadership role at their alternative education site in Thetford, supporting young learners aged 14–19.
This provider offers tailored academic and vocational programmes for learners who may not thrive in mainstream education, helping them gain the skills and confidence needed for further education, employment, or apprenticeships.
As Lead Tutor, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the educational setting, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and motivating environment for students with a range of complex needs and behaviours. Your leadership will guide both teaching staff and learners towards success, focusing particularly on delivering high-quality GCSE Maths and/or English tuition.
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Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning:
• Deliver GCSEs in Maths and/or English
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students and families/carers
• Manage and monitor teaching timetables and staff deployment
• Lead curriculum development in your subject area
• Design and update schemes of work in line with current educational requirements
Leadership & Management:
• Monitor and report on performance data, addressing underperformance
• Lead improvements in teaching quality through observations and mentoring
• Set and monitor team KPIs, providing performance feedback and development
• Support the training and development of teaching and support staff
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What You’ll Need
• A recognised QTS qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• Designated Safeguard Lead (DSL) status or willingness to undertake training
• Experience working with learners who have complex behavioural and learning needs
• Proven line management experience, including setting KPIs and performance reviews
• Strong understanding of differentiated teaching, learning strategies, and behaviour management techniques
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Additional Information
• You must hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel as required
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Interested? Apply now to make a meaningful impact in a young person’s future while developing your leadership skills in a dynamic and rewarding education setting.
For further information please contact Simon Atkins on 0191 3000513 or 07894 752230
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