Functional Skills Subject Lead
Salary: £37,000 – £40,000
Contract: Permanent (42 weeks per year – term time plus additional weeks, negotiable)
Hours: 35 hours per week (flexible for the right candidate)
Location: Stanwell Moor (near Heathrow)
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking educational provision dedicated to supporting young people with additional learning needs. The organisation focuses on developing employability, independence, and everyday life skills, alongside recognised qualifications, within a highly supportive and inclusive environment.
As Functional Skills Subject Lead, you will play a key role in overseeing the delivery and development of English, Maths, and Digital Functional Skills across the provision. You will ensure high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, while supporting both learners and staff to achieve excellent outcomes.
This role combines leadership, coordination, and some teaching responsibilities, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on learners’ progress and future opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Quality Assurance- Lead and oversee Functional Skills provision across all programmes
- Ensure consistently high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment
- Support and develop tutors through coaching, observations, and feedback
- Embed Functional Skills across the wider curriculum
Assessment & Progress Monitoring- Oversee initial assessments and diagnostic processes
- Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records
- Develop and implement individual learning plans with clear, outcome-focused targets
- Contribute to progress reviews and reporting
Examinations & Compliance- Manage the full examination process, including scheduling and administration
- Ensure all assessments meet awarding body and internal verification standards
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain robust processes
Teaching & Learning- Deliver targeted Functional Skills teaching where required
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
- Support learners to achieve qualifications from entry level through to Level 2
Collaboration & Support- Work closely with curriculum leads and wider teams
- Build positive relationships with learners and families
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
About You We are looking for an experienced and passionate educator who:
- Has a strong background in delivering Functional Skills (English and Maths)
- Has experience working with learners with additional needs
- Demonstrates excellent organisational and communication skills
- Is proactive, adaptable, and committed to high standards
- Holds a Level 3 teaching qualification (or equivalent)
- Has a solid understanding of assessment and examination processes
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to make a real difference in learners’ lives
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Ongoing professional development
- A role with leadership responsibility and impact
The setting has partnered exclusively with Horizon Teachers, a specialist education recruitment agency with an average 4.8-star rating, known for its knowledgeable consultants and strong reputation for excellence in education recruitment. This ensures a supportive and high-quality experience for candidates throughout the hiring process.
Do not miss out on this role - apply today!
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
