Alternative Provision Tutor

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization is recruiting Tutors to assist young people on the Isle of Wight who are disengaged from education. The role entails mentorship, delivering engaging Maths and English sessions, and adapting lessons for different needs. Essential qualifications include 1 year of experience in UK schools and skills in working with neurodivergent learners. Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience working within UK schools is essential.
• Experience working with learners with SEN is essential.
• Experience working with learners with SEMH needs or trauma is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mentorship and confidence-building to re-engage students with learning.
• Delivering accessible and engaging Maths and English sessions.
• Using creative and fun activities tailored to student interests.

Skills

Patient, resilient, and empathetic

Experience with neurodivergent or vulnerable young people

Ability to adapt lessons

Confident in delivering KS2 to GCSE-level Maths and English

Creative and enthusiastic

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching are recruiting multiple Tutors to support young people across the Isle of Wight who are currently disengaged from mainstream education or on reduced timetables. These students may have experienced prolonged absences, have additional needs, or require a more personalised and nurturing approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Mentorship and confidence-building to re-engage students with learning
• Delivering accessible and engaging Maths and English sessions
• Using practical, creative, and fun activities tailored to the student's interests
• Working with students who may have ADHD, autism, PDA, anxiety, or medical needs
• Collaborating with families and professionals to support progress

About you

We\'re looking for Tutors who are:

• Patient, resilient, and empathetic
• Experienced in working with neurodivergent or vulnerable young people
• Able to adapt lessons to suit different learning styles and emotional needs
• Confident in delivering KS2 to GCSE-level Maths and English
• Creative and enthusiastic, with a passion for making learning enjoyable

Position details

Position - Tutor

Contract or position start date - September

Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A

Full time/part-time - Opportunities for both

Hours - Varied

Essential & Desirable Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 years experience working within UK schools - ESSENTIAL
• Experience of working with learners with SEN - ESSENTIAL
• Experience of working with learners with SEMH needs, trauma or PEX - DESIRABLE

To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide references upon request
• Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)