Slightly off topic but after thinking about Droopystops earlier post.
FTLs do seem to apply if remunerated instruction is given by a commercial pilot who is subject to an FTL scheme either in house or elsewhere.
Para 1.4 of CAP 371 seems to spell it out.
CAP 371 Para 1.4
Aerial work it is but you should only omit it from FTLs if you are not paid (or otherwise recompensed). Or if you privately fly an a/c under 1600kg.