Functional Skills Tutor

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster. Join a high-profile, purpose-driven programme supporting over 7,000 Royal Navy apprentices across the UK. You’ll play a key role in improving learner outcomes and career progression, while helping to shape and evolve a growing delivery model. This is your opportunity to make a real impact on engagement, achievement, and the future of a nationally significant programme. You will become a subject matter expert in Functional skills English and Maths, and support learners on Apprenticeship Programmes for the Royal Navy. This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to advance their career in the Education sector. We will provide you with all the necessary Qualifications such as Level 3 - 5 in Education and Training. **Job title:** Functional Skills Tutor **Job Description:** 🕒 Full-time role – 37.5 hours a week 📍 HMS Collingwood/Portsmouth Dockyards 🔐 Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level. **What you’ll be doing** * Delivering English and Maths Functional Skills to the Royal Navy, this may be in the classroom or out in the field (on ships etc) or providing 1-2-1 support * Monitoring, identifying and producing appropriate training documentation * Provide tailored support to learners with varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs (e.g. SpLD). * Responsible for the Duty of Care of trainees under your control * Developing coaching and mentoring skills to support learners * General administration tasks **What we’re looking for:** **Essential Skills for the role:** * Level 2 English and Maths (minimum; higher qualification in subject area preferred) * Teaching qualification (minimum Level 3 or willingness to work towards) * Experience delivering Functional Skills or equivalent qualifications * Strong understanding of English and/or Mathematics curriculum and assessment requirements * Ability to support learners with diverse needs, including additional learning support * Good IT skills and ability to deliver digital or remote learning   **Desirable** * Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g. Diploma in Education and Training) * Experience within apprenticeship provision * Knowledge of ESFA funding rules and compliance requirements * Experience with online assessment platforms (e.g. EVOLVE) * SpLD or additional learning support qualifications * Coaching and mentoring qualification * Experience working with geographically dispersed learners **About Selborne** Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: [Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita](https://www.capita.com/careers/tomorrows-navy#reciteEnable) **What’s in it for you?** * Salary of up to £30,000 * Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth. * Onsite, secure parking * Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite * Support c7,000 Royal Navy apprentices across the UK * Play a key role in improving learner outcomes and career progression * Work in a high-profile, purpose-driven environment * Be part of a growing, evolving delivery model * You’ll help drive improvements in Royal Navy apprenticeship achievement, progression, and engagement within a nationally significant programme. * Further qualifications can be gained **Unlock Your Potential with Capita** At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. **Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose** 🤝 Customer first, always​🧑‍💻 Fearless innovation​✅ Achieve together​💙 Everyone is valued **What we hope you’ll do next:** Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. **Equal Opportunities** Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] or call 07784 237318. For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.   For general queries, email **[email protected]**. **Location:** Fareham , United Kingdom **Time Type:** Full time **Contract Type:** Permanent