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Functional Skills can feel like a sudden, unexpected hurdle. Whether your child needs them for a college place, an apprenticeship, or just to build core confidence, it's easy to feel out of your depth.
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The right support can make English and maths feel relevant and manageable, not just another test. Lessons focus on the practical skills they'll use every day, building confidence step by step.
When they have someone in their corner who gets them, they can start to ask questions without feeling self-conscious. This is about giving them a solid foundation for whatever they choose to do next.
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62 Functional Skills tutors:
£40/hr
5.0
Kevin A
Experienced Qualified Mature Functional Skills
I bring over twenty years of international experience, having worked in nine countries with learners and professionals from a wide range of ages and backgrounds.GCSE English Language/Literature Teaching concentrates on critical analysis, language techniques, structure and commentary.In GCSE English, past papers provide experience of real exam demands and a variety of question styles. I also give particular attention to sentence structure, paragraphs and punctuation, following recent examiner comments.At A level, I teach History, focusing on: The Tudors, The Stuarts,The French Revolution Russian...
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£80/hr
5.0
Bevan H
Friendly and communicative Functional Skills Tutor. Over 5000 hours
Hi, I'm Bevan, a master's graduate in Mathematics (MMath, University of York, 1st class) and full time Maths tutor for the past 5 years. As a friendly, communicative and patient 28-year-old, I believe I can relate to and get the best from students studying mathematics at all levels. Maths can be a tricky thing. I understand first hand how pupils can have a difficult relationship with Maths, and strive to make it more accessible and to unlock their full potential so they may achieve the results they are capable of. At all levels of Maths that I would be tutoring at I achieved the maximum possible...
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£39/hr
5.0
Manuel M
Experienced and enthusiastic Functional Skills tutor
I am a tutor with nine years’ experience providing in-person and online tuition in England, alongside ten years of teaching experience in England, Spain and Thailand.I support learners preparing for A-level, GCSE, 11+, SATs and Functional Skills examinations, as well as adults who want to strengthen their skills. My teaching covers English, literacy, numeracy, reasoning, knowledge and understanding, application, analytical and evaluative skills. I work with AQA, Edexcel, OCR and Eduqas specifications, using the relevant curriculum materials and past papers.In lessons, I focus on the topics and s...
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£79/hr
5.0
Michelle P
In need of Easter revision? Message me. Functional Skills English
Hi. My name is Michelle and I'm a freelance writer and online English tutor. I also work casually as a Cover Supervisor, providing emergency teacher cover in high schools all over Chester and the surrounding area. I graduated in 2018, as a mature student, with a first-class English Literature degree and am available for hire as a private English tutor and mentor. I have lots of experience preparing students for 7+, 11+, GCSE, A Level, IELTS and all common entrance English exams.As the parent of two children myself (ages twelve and sixteen), I understand first-hand how difficult it can be trying...
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£45/hr
5.0
Matthew A
Functional Skills tutor in Cheltenham
Hello. My name is Matthew. I've been offering 1-on-1 tuition in science and maths subjects since the start of 2019 as I've often been told I'm great at explaining things and great with the kids. I've always loved science and found it highly interesting and fascinating, so I can inject a lot of energy and love for the subject in my lessons. I have a Bachelors Degree in Biochemistry and Genetics (University of Nottingham) and a Masters in Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology (University of Leicester), as well as A levels in Maths, Physics, Human Biology, and Chemistry.Some of my key strengths: - Efficient....
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£60/hr
4.9
Polly L
Primary Functional Skills Teacher and 11+ Tutor
August Availability - Mon-Fri 9:15-2:15My name is Polly and I am a qualified primary school teacher with 10+ years experience in schools.I have been tutoring online for the last seven years focusing on: SAT's tests at primary school, 11+ entrance exams andlanguage Aptitude tests.In my lessons I use a variety of test style questions, pictures and activities to help your child with their learning. Lessons are interactive and a mixture of learning, activities and games. The aim of the lesson is to learn in a relaxed environment so that your child feels comfortable and builds confidence. I can provide...
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Find a tutor Gearoid C
I highly recommend my tutor. In a short period of time, he helped me pass my GCSE English. His clear explanations of the marking scheme, effective exam techniques, and detailed feedback made a huge difference to my confidence and performance. Thank you for all your support!
Helen H L W
15th Jul 2026
Zarion B
Very knowledgeable tutor and gets straight to the point.
Sevilay K
3rd Jul 2026
Natalie G
I can’t thank Natalie enough for guiding me from start to finish in achieving my Maths Level 2 Functional Skills qualification with TQUK.
For years I believed passing this exam was impossible. I changed exam boards multiple times — from Open Awards to City & Guilds and finally to TQUK — and despite sitting the exam over and over again, I kept failing. Natalie completely changed that mindset. She made me believe it was possible, and more importantly, she made it happen.
I’m so grateful I found her on the Tutourful app. Natalie is an outstanding tutor. She explains everything with patience and clarity, always making sure I fully understand before moving on. She and I worked through official mock papers from the exam board, carefully identifying my strengths and weaknesses, then focused our sessions on the areas I needed most. That targeted approach is exactly what finally got me over the line and helped me pass.
Natalie is brilliant at what she does — professional, respectful, encouraging, and incredibly thorough. And at just £30 per hour, her sessions are genuinely great value. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough. Whether you need help with Maths or any other subject, you won’t regret booking with Natalie. She is worth every penny and truly the best!
Helen N
10th May 2026
Andrew S
My son got a total 5 star treatment with Andy. He is friendly, reliable, professional, his teaching is easy to follow, he is approachable and came back to me extremely quickly if I ever had a question. I cannot recommend him enough. My son went from failing functional skills English 3 times to absolutely smacking it. Thank you so much Andy.
Laura S
21st Apr 2026
Hemal V
Hemal is very calm and reliable, and he is patient, he teaches me with no rush and that build up my confidence.
Chigozie U
2nd Feb 2026
Annie R
Working with Annie is a honestly the best! She’s very patient and takes the time to explain every concept clearly until I fully understand it. She never makes me feel rushed or pressured, and she always encourages me to do my best. Her teaching style is calm and supportive, which has really helped me gain confidence in maths. I’ve improved so much since starting lessons with her.
Aisha S
8th Nov 2025
Carol B
Got straight to the point. Focused on areas I need to improve. Clear and helpful.
Ayan A
2nd Sep 2025
Anne W
I’ve always struggled with maths and never felt confident in it. However, Anna completely changed that. She listened attentively to my needs and tailored every session to help me prepare for my maths exam. She explained everything clearly and always repeated key concepts when I still didn’t understand. Anna was also very flexible and offered to send me extra worksheets or clarify any confusion anytime I needed it. Thanks again, Anna, for helping me pass my maths exam!
Amie P
7th Aug 2025
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