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Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training

Application closes: 06/03/2026

Functional Skills Trainer

Salary Band:           £17,027- £18,243
Job Type:                Permanent
Working Pattern:     22.5 Hours per Week (3 Days), Part Time
Reporting To:          Training Manager

What we’re looking for from you…


We are looking for a Functional Skills Trainer who can design and deliver high quality learning in maths and English at levels 1 and 2. You will assess individual learning needs, create clear and personalised learning plans, and build well structured schemes of work and lesson materials. The role involves developing engaging resources, using technology effectively and delivering learning in both group and one to one settings. You will also prepare learners for assessments, support their progress through regular tutorials, and provide targeted guidance in the workplace when needed.

The ideal candidate will bring an understanding of national Functional Skills standards and experience helping learners develop these skills in a vocational environment. Strong interpersonal skills, good organisation and a commitment to high quality teaching are essential. You should be confident using IT to support learning, able to maintain accurate records and comfortable working collaboratively within a team of Trainers. A recognised teaching qualification is desirable, and a driving licence with daily access to a vehicle is required.

Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training

About us…

Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training (CWCCT) is a trusted provider of high-quality training, offering apprenticeships, professional qualifications, and tailored development programs to support business growth and individual career progression. We work closely with employers across Coventry & Warwickshire to help businesses upskill their workforce, attract new talent, and meet their strategic goals.

As part of the Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Group, we contribute to the success of the Ultimate Business Network. The Chamber is a powerful voice for local businesses, representing their interests nationally, regionally, and locally. Through expert advice, networking opportunities, and tailored support, we help businesses thrive and build a stronger regional economy.

What you'll get…

At Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber our employees get many benefits!

  • Flexible Working.
  • Life Assurance of 3x your annual salary.
  • EAP with SimplyHealth.
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme, buy up to 5 days per year (FTE)!
  • Increased holiday after 5 years, 5 extra days per year, taking your entitlement from 25 to 30 days!
  • Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme.
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension with Scottish Widows 

So Why us?

Here at Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training, our staff come first. We're committed to ensuring staff wellbeing, work life balance and creating a supportive culture where our staff can grow and develop both on a professional and personal level. 
   
Our employees are at the centre of our business, which is why having a good work life balance is so important to us!

Main duties and responsibilities

Design and deliver learning in Functional Skills to groups of learners in line with National Standards (Maths and English) at levels 1 and 2.

Role and responsibilities:

  • Carry out individual diagnostic assessments of individual learning needs.
  • Develop personal learning plans based on diagnostic assessment results.
  • Plan and design curriculum, including schemes of work and lesson plans.
  • Develop training resources and delivery materials (presentations, handouts, interactive activities and exercises).
  • Deploy technology to best effect in the design and delivery of learning.
  • Deliver learning and development that is engaging, motivating and informative in a group classroom setting and on a one to one basis.
  • Prepare learners for awarding body tests.
  • Provide additional learning support in the work place on a one to one basis.
  • Ensure learners’ attendance and punctuality are accurately recorded.
  • Evaluate the progress of individual learners.
  • Prepare the learning environment and resources.
  • Provide one to one tutorials to support learners’ progression.
  • Support and coach learners to successful completion.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum content and course outcomes.
  • Liaise with employers, learners and examining bodies.
  • Ensure all reasonable steps are taken regarding welfare, safety and inclusion.
  • Work as part of a team of Trainers.

Person Specification:

  • Understanding of national standards in maths and/or English.
  • Recognised teaching qualification, PGCE; DTLL (Desirable).
  • Experience of developing learners’ Functional Skills in a vocational setting.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Awareness of training industry and current best practice.
  • Self-motivated and committed to achieving targets to a high level of quality and customer service.
  • Well organised, able to plan workload and maintain accurate records.
  • Driving licence and access to vehicle on a daily basis.
  • IT skills and technology to support learning and development.

Employment is conditional upon a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please note that we reserve the right to conduct online searches on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with our safer recruitment and safeguarding policies.

To apply, please email Millie Young: [email protected]

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