Functional Skills Trainer

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI‑powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Shoots Training. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Location: Remote Dorset Job type: Full Time Permanent Salary: £15/Hour Contracted Hours: 37 hours per week — FLEXIBLE HOURS Why You’ll Love Working with Us Annual Bonus Scheme: Share in our success with annual profit‑based bonuses each May, as part of our Employee‑Owned Company model. Childcare Discount: Up to 60% off childcare at our nurseries to help you balance work and family life. Flexible Working Options: Compressed hours can earn you up to 48 extra days off annually, or 24 extra days if you work nine days across two weeks — on top of your regular holiday. Certified World’s Happiest Workplace 2025: Recognised for our focus on employee well‑being, positive culture, and career growth. 30 Days Paid Holiday: Includes 28 days annual leave plus 2 extra days — one for your birthday (or a special day of your choice), and one for your wellbeing. Free Meals: Enjoy free, freshly prepared breakfasts daily to keep you energised. Employee Recognition: Blue Light Card access for savings on shopping, dining, and more. Reward Platform (Each Person): Discounts on gyms, cinemas, Cycle2Work, GP on‑demand, supermarket cashback, and employee of the month rewards. Health & Wellbeing Support: Help with NHS prescriptions, optical care, and dental treatment. Career Development: Access to training and advancement opportunities to grow your career. Travel & Parking Support: Interest‑free loan of up to £500 for travel or parking season tickets. About Us At Shoots Training, we’re all about helping people grow — in their careers, their confidence, and their potential. We deliver high‑quality, flexible training across the UK in areas like Childcare, Education, Business Admin, and Management, alongside a brilliant range of short courses. Whether it’s an apprentice just starting out, or an experienced professional upskilling for their next big move, we’re proud to support every learner in achieving real, lasting success. We’ve earned a Good Ofsted rating, the Investors in People Award, and the prestigious Beacon Award for Training Excellence — not to mention glowing reports from NCFE, City & Guilds, Pearson and CACHE. But what really sets us apart? Our people‑first approach, our amazing learner outcomes, and our ability to adapt to what employers and learners really need. At Shoots, you’ll join a friendly, forward‑thinking team that’s committed to quality, innovation and making a difference — one learner at a time. About You Do you love helping others unlock their potential, especially in English and maths? Do you thrive in a role where flexibility, creativity and connection are key? If so, you could be exactly who we’re looking for Shoots Training is launching a new Functional Skills Trainer role — a chance to join a supportive, people‑focused organisation with excellent learner feedback and glowing reports from Ofsted, NCFE and Matrix. Our trainers are more than teachers — they’re mentors, motivators and key partners in a learner’s journey. You’ll be the first point of contact for your learners, helping them move forward with skills that matter. What You’ll Bring Has experience delivering and assessing Functional Skills (English and maths) up to Level 2 Brings energy and passion to sessions, making learning engaging and effective Ideally holds a teaching qualification (e.g. AET, PTLLS) and an assessing qualification (e.g. A1, CAVA), or is willing to train towards them Can manage their own time — self‑motivated, well‑organised and happy working independently Is confident with IT and online delivery tools — this role is remote, so digital fluency is essential About The Role You’ll deliver live online workshops to small groups of learners throughout the week, with optional 1:1 support. Sessions are engaging, friendly and practical — no dull Zoom lectures here You’ll run around 16 x 1‑hour workshops across the week. Our sessions currently take place at any time between 8 am and 7 pm, but we can offer some flexibility in terms of the best days and times that may suit your availability. You’ll help learners build confidence and pass Functional Skills qualifications, working with people from all walks of life — from apprentices to adults returning to learning. The focus is on real outcomes, personalised support and a positive, motivating environment. Your Key Duties & Responsibilities Plan and deliver interactive online workshops for Functional Skills English and maths (Level 1 and 2) Support learners with 1:1 coaching to achieve success Create a welcoming, supportive virtual classroom that motivates learners Track learner progress using digital tools, providing clear feedback and adapting delivery as needed Work collaboratively with the wider team to share best practice and enhance the learner experience Take part in online team meetings, training and CPD — all remote and flexible Bring ideas, energy and care to every session — you’re not just delivering content, you’re making a difference We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. All candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS which is on the update service. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Human Resources Industries Primary and Secondary Education #J-18808-Ljbffr