GCSE Tutor

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced English & Maths GCSE Tutor to provide 1:1 and small-group tuition to secondary-aged students in Edgware. The role involves delivering engaging tuition, supporting exam preparation, and helping students build confidence in their abilities. Applicants should have experience in tutoring these subjects and a strong knowledge of the KS3/KS4 curriculum. This part-time, temporary position offers 25-35 per hour, with flexibility to adjust to individual student needs.

Qualifications

• Experience tutoring English and/or Maths at GCSE level.
• Strong knowledge of the KS3/KS4 curriculum and GCSE exam boards.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised tuition in GCSE English and Maths.
• Support students with exam preparation, revision strategies, and coursework.
• Identify learning gaps and adapt teaching methods to support progress.

Skills

Tutoring English and/or Maths at GCSE level

Knowledge of KS3/KS4 curriculum

Building professional relationships

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Teaching or tutoring qualification (e.g. QTS, PGCE, or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: English & Maths GCSE Tutor
Location: Edgware, London
Pay Rate: 25- 35 per hour
Hours: 1-2 hours per week
Contract Type: Temporary Part-Time Term-Time Only

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced and supportive English & Maths GCSE Tutor to provide 1:1 and small-group tuition to secondary-aged students (KS3/KS4) across Edgware.

This role involves supporting students working towards GCSE English and Maths, helping them build subject knowledge, confidence, and effective exam techniques.

The successful tutor will take a student-centred and structured approach, tailoring sessions to individual learning needs and working collaboratively with families and schools to support academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised tuition in GCSE English and Maths
• Support students with exam preparation, revision strategies, and coursework
• Identify learning gaps and adapt teaching methods to support progress
• Build students' confidence, motivation, and independent learning skills
• Track progress and provide regular feedback to students and parents/carers
• Prepare students for mock exams and final GCSE assessments

Requirements

• Experience tutoring English and/or Maths at GCSE level
• Strong knowledge of the KS3/KS4 curriculum and GCSE exam boards
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with young people
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• Teaching or tutoring qualification (e.g. QTS, PGCE, or equivalent)
• Experience supporting students with exam anxiety or low confidence
• Background in tutoring, schools, or alternative education settings

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated tutor to make a real difference, supporting students to achieve success in English and Maths GCSEs.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency for this role. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures prior to appointment.