Complex Needs Outreach Tutor

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Outreach Tutor in Lancashire to deliver bespoke 1:1 education for students with complex needs. You will design and implement personalized lessons with a strong focus on English and Maths, while also supporting students who may require full adult care. Ideal for tutors with a passion for inclusive education, this role offers £25 per hour and the flexibility to work 15 to 25 hours weekly. Experience with Makaton and PECS is desirable but not essential.

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.
• Essential to hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver personalised lessons focusing on core subjects.
• Assist students with significant additional needs.
• Promote academic and life skills development.

Skills

Personalised lesson design

Adapting teaching methods

Experience with Makaton

Experience with PECS

Education

QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent

Job description

Complex Needs Outreach Tutor January 2026 Start in Lancashire

About the Opportunity

Prospero Teaching is currently looking for an experienced Outreach Tutor to deliver 1:1, bespoke education for young people with complex needs in Lancashire, starting in January 2026. This role focuses on working with students who are unable to attend school and require tailored learning support.

As an Outreach Tutor, you will design and deliver personalised lessons with a strong focus on core subjects such as English and Maths. Many of the students you support may have significant additional needs, requiring full adult care, including assistance with mobility or the use of wheelchairs.

This role is ideal for a tutor with a passion for inclusive education, who can adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs. Experience with communication systems such as Makaton and PECS is highly desirable but not essential.

In this role, you'll help reintroduce structure and routine into the students day, promoting both academic and life skills development. Prospero Teaching will provide you with the necessary support and guidance to monitor progress and ensure effective learning outcomes.

Contract / Position Details

• Location: Community-based or within pupils homes in Lancashire
• Position: Outreach Tutor (Complex Needs)
• Full-time/Part-time: Part-time, 15 - 25 hours per week
• Minimum Rate of Pay: £25 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 the 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're ready to make a difference and meet the above criteria, please apply or send your CV to (url removed)