Complex Needs Outreach Tutor

Prospero Teaching; England; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Outreach Tutor to provide tailored education to students with complex needs in the Macclesfield and Cheshire East area. This part-time position offers 15-25 hours per week, focusing on personalizing lessons in core subjects while fostering essential life skills. Ideal candidates should have QTS or equivalent and experience with communication systems like Makaton. The role emphasizes inclusive education and comes with ongoing support from the agency.

Benefits

Accredited CPD courses

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience working in a UK school or with SEN learners.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service.
• Provide two professional child-related references from the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1, bespoke education to young people with complex needs.
• Plan and deliver highly personalized lessons in core subjects.
• Reintroduce structure and routine to students’ day.

Skills

Experience with Makaton

Experience with PECS

Ability to tailor lessons

Passion for inclusive education

Education

QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS, or equivalent

Job description

About the Opportunity

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced Outreach Tutor to start in January 2026 in the Macclesfield and Cheshire East area. The role involves delivering 1:1, bespoke education to young people with complex needs who are currently unable to attend school.

As an Outreach Tutor, you will plan and deliver highly personalized lessons in core subjects such as English and Maths. Many of the students you support may have significant additional needs, including requiring adult care for mobility, possibly using wheelchairs.

This position is perfect for a tutor who is passionate about inclusive education and able to tailor lessons to meet the unique needs of each student. Experience with communication systems such as Makaton and PECS is highly desirable.

Beyond academic support, you will be reintroducing structure and routine to the students day, focusing on both academic and life skills development. Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to track progress and provide ongoing support to ensure effective learning outcomes.

Contract/Position Details

Location: Community‑based or within pupils’ homes in Macclesfield and the Cheshire East area

Position: Outreach Tutor (Complex Needs)

Full‑time/Part‑time: Part‑time, 15‑25 hours per week

Minimum Rate of Pay: £25 – £30 per hour

Hours: 1 – 3 hours per session

Experience, Training, and Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS, or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in a UK school or with SEN learners
• Experience with Makaton and/or PECS (highly desirable)
• Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training (desirable, but not essential)

To Be Eligible for This Role, 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 two professional child‑related references from the last two years

Other Information

To apply, please send your up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will need to complete all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching.

As part of your role, you will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people you work with.

Benefits of Joining Prospero Teaching:

Accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management

Access to our in‑house Training and Development Team

If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications, please apply or send your CV to (url removed)