Alternative Provision Tutor. Job in United Kingdom Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support organization in the UK is seeking an Alternative Provision Tutor. The role involves delivering tailored 1:1 tuition for young learners at a Key Stage 2 level. Candidates should have experience in UK schools and skills in emotional regulation. Opportunities for full-time hours are available for the right candidate. The position is available immediately.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in UK schools as TA, SEN TA, or similar.
• Experience supporting learners with SEMH needs.
• Confident in delivering KS2-level Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 tuition for 15 hours per week.
• Create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Tailor sessions to meet academic and emotional needs.

Skills

Empathy

De-escalation strategies

Building rapport

Patience

Education

1 year of experience in UK schools

Job description

Are you a compassionate and experienced educator with a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people? Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated Alternative Provision Tutor to support a young person transitioning into Year 8, who is currently working at a Key Stage 2 level in English and Maths.

About the Learner:

• At risk of permanent exclusion (PEX)
• Requires support in Maths, English, and PSHE
• Presents with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs
• Can become emotionally dysregulated
• Needs a calm, positive, and trauma-informed approach
• Building a trusting, consistent relationship is key

As an Alternative Provision Tutor you will:

• Deliver 1:1 tuition for 15 hours per week (flexible timing)
• Create a safe, supportive learning environment
• Tailor sessions to meet the learner's academic and emotional needs
• Work collaboratively with other professionals involved in the learner's care

About you:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in UK schools as a TA, SEN TA, Cover Supervisor, Teacher, SENCO, or similar
• Experience supporting learners with SEMH needs
• Skilled in de-escalation and emotional regulation strategies
• Patient, empathetic, and able to build rapport and trust
• Confident in delivering KS2-level Maths and English, and engaging PSHE content

Position - Alternative Provision Tutor
Contract or position start date - ASAP
Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
Full time/part-time - Opportunities for both
Hours - 10 Hours per week- for the right candidate, this can be increased to full time with additional tuition opportunities

Essential & Desirable Qualifications:

• • • Minimum of 1 year of experience working within UK schools- ESSENTIAL
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      Trauma-informed and skilled in de-escalation and emotional regulation strategies- Desirable
      
      

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

• 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)