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 Raleigh/Plymouth
🔐 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 supportMonitoring, identifying and producing appropriate training documentationResponsible for the Duty of Care of trainees under your controlDeveloping coaching and mentoring skills to support learnersGeneral administration tasks
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience of working in a school/education establishment eg Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Higher Learning Teaching, SEN, Pupil Referral Unit Support or Tutor.Level 2 Key/Functional Skills in English and Maths, or an equivalent/aboveGood communication skills, both verbal and writtenGood IT skills using Microsoft Office Suite
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
What’s in it for you?
Salary of up to £28,000Enjoy 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 parkingCatering facilities, Gym and shops onsiteSupport c7,000 Royal Navy apprentices across the UKPlay a key role in improving learner outcomes and career progressionWork in a high-profile, purpose-driven environmentBe part of a growing, evolving delivery modelYou’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
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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 reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318.
For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.
For general queries, email CPScareers@capita.com.
Location:
Plymouth
,
United Kingdom
Time Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
