Vocational/Functional Skills Tutors & Instructors Needed

Vocational & Functional Skills Teachers / Tutors / Instructors Needed Are you an experienced Teacher, Tutor, Lecturer or skilled industry professional looking to make a difference? Do you have a background in a vocational subject or Functional Skills and the ability to engage young people through practical, hands-on learning? We are recruiting passionate and motivated education professionals to join our agency team, working within a welcoming Alternative Provision supporting students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, ASD, attachment disorders and behavioural needs.

About the Role

We are working with a supportive Alternative Provision that provides a practical, nurturing environment where students can develop their skills, build confidence and prepare for future opportunities. We are looking for individuals from a range of vocational and educational backgrounds, including:

• Construction: Bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating and other construction trades.
• Hair & Beauty: Hairdressing, barbering, beauty therapy and related subjects.
• Food & Catering: Food preparation, cookery, catering, hospitality and food technology.
• Functional Skills: English, Maths and ICT, supporting learners to develop essential skills for everyday life, further education and employment. You'll deliver engaging, practical sessions tailored to individual abilities and learning needs, helping students develop vocational knowledge, independence, teamwork, resilience and employability skills. Working alongside teaching assistants and pastoral staff, you'll help create a positive learning environment, encourage participation and support students in achieving meaningful outcomes, including vocational qualifications where appropriate. What We're Looking For
• QTS (preferably), a relevant vocational qualification or demonstrable industry experience in your specialist subject.
• Teaching, tutoring, training or mentoring experience, although applications from experienced industry professionals looking to move into education are welcome.
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, SEND or additional needs (desirable).
• Strong communication, relationship-building and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate learners who may have struggled in mainstream education.
• A flexible, patient and resilient approach, with a genuine commitment to safeguarding. Desirable (but not essential)
• Assessing or vocational teaching qualifications.
• Experience within Alternative Provision, PRUs or specialist education.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills and their integration into practical learning.
• Experience delivering accredited or vocational courses.
• Training in restorative approaches, behaviour management or de-escalation.

What We Offer

• A supportive Alternative Provision with excellent leadership.
• Small class sizes and opportunities to make a genuine difference.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent employment.
• A rewarding role helping young people develop practical skills, confidence and brighter futures. Whether you're an experienced teacher, vocational tutor, lecturer or skilled trades professional looking to take your career in a new direction, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Aspire People today to find out more!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks