Construction Tutor (PRU) - January Start

senploy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency in Newcastle seeks a passionate Construction Tutor to support secondary pupils in a PRU setting. This full-time role involves planning engaging Construction lessons, managing challenging behaviour, and building positive relationships with students. Successful candidates will have strong behaviour management skills and construction teaching experience. The role offers a pay range of £110-145 per day, with a contract until July 2025.

Benefits

Free CPD certified training

Qualifications

• An Enhanced DBS is required, ideally on the Update Service.
• Experience in construction tutoring or teaching.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Experience using various methods to assess pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging Construction sessions.
• Work with secondary aged pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and teaching assistants.
• Manage challenging behaviour positively and consistently.
• Differentiate lessons for varied needs and learning styles.

Skills

Strong behaviour management skills

Relationship-building skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Positive and resilient attitude

Education

Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service)

Construction tutoring or teaching experience

Experience in plastering, bricklaying, DT or painting

Job description

Are you an inspirational and experienced Construction Tutor who is looking to have a positive impact on the lives of pupils who face barriers to learning? If so, we want to hear from you today!

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Construction Tutor to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational PRU Settings in Newcastle on a full‑time and long‑term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long‑term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the Role

• The role will involve planning and teaching engaging and informative Construction sessions that inspire pupils with a wide range of SEN and allows all pupils to make progress.
• Working with secondary aged pupils within a PRU setting who have a wide range of SEN and challenging behaviour on a 1:1 basis and in small intervention groups.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and teaching assistants to create excellent learning environments.
• Managing challenging behaviour in a positive, proactive and consistent manner.
• Differentiating lessons appropriately to suit the needs and earning styles of all pupils.
• Using varied methods of assessment to assess pupil progress.
• Displaying high levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with children.
• Working effectively with teaching assistants to ensure children receive the best possible educational experience.

About the School

• The role is based in an inspirational PRU setting in Newcastle.
• The school supports pupils across the secondary school age range who have been excluded from mainstream education.

Pay, Hours and Contract

• Pay: Between £110-145 per day.
• Hours: 08:30-16:00.
• Contract: Full‑time until the end of the academic year in July 2025. Temporary contract.
• Start Date: ASAP.
• Location: Newcastle.

Experience / Qualifications and Requirements

• An Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service but not essential).
• Construction tutoring or teaching experience of any kind.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Experience of utilising a range of methods to assess pupil progress.
• Preferably some experience in plastering, bricklaying, DT or painting.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with an ability to build rapport.
• A positive and resilient attitude towards teaching and work.
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting young people to develop their skills.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.

About Prospero

• Prospero Teaching is a supply agency that has branches across the world. We provide day‑to‑day, short‑term and long‑term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD certified training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.

If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply ASAP as the school is looking to appoint promptly!