Functional Skills Tutor

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

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization is looking for a part-time tutor in Blackburn to provide academic support to vulnerable and disengaged students. The ideal candidate will create and deliver tailored lessons to improve engagement and attainment levels. Experience with SEND pupils and QTS or equivalent is preferred. This role offers a flexible schedule and a pay rate of £25 per hour, making a significant difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Must possess QTS or equivalent or tutoring experience.
• UK classroom teaching experience preferred but not essential.
• Experience working with SEND or disengaged pupils is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create, plan and deliver 1:1 tailored lessons.
• Support and guide students in their educational journey.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Ability to work with SEND

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you a dedicated and experienced educator with a passion for helping young minds thrive? If so, we have a very exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a tutor in Blackburn. You will be making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable, disengaged and at‑risk young people. The successful tutor must be able to create, plan and deliver 1:1 tailored lesson to bridge gaps in KS3 or KS4 pupil's education and boost engagement and attainment levels.

It is Prospero's mission to raise the standard of support given to vulnerable young people throughout the UK. As such, we are looking for a passionate, creative and holistic tutor, eager to provide academic support and guidance to students in a one‑on‑one or small‑group setting, improving their educational journey.

Contract/Position Details

• Location – Within the community or pupils' home
• Position – Tutor
• Type of work – Contract
• Start date – ASAP
• Duration – Ongoing
• End date (if applicable) – Ongoing
• Contract type – Temporary
• Full‑time/part‑time – Part time
• Minimum rate of pay – £25 per hour
• Hours – Working hours can differentiate, depending on the convenient timings of the family

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent or tutoring experience
• Possess UK classroom teaching experience preferred but not essential
• Be creative, patient and willing to think outside of the box
• Have experience working with SEND or disengaged pupils

Eligibility

• Hold the 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