History and Humanities Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Southampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive hourly rate £25–£30

Local Authority collaboration

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a History & Humanities Tutor to provide personalised 1:1 support to children and young people across Southampton and the surrounding Hampshire areas. You will deliver engaging lessons in History, Geography, Religious Studies, and wider Humanities topics, helping learners overcome barriers and build confidence.

Start date September with flexible hours and the opportunity to work on behalf of Local Authorities, supporting pupils with SEND or other needs and making a

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, mentoring, learning support, or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of History and/or Humanities subjects.
• Ability to deliver engaging and personalised learning sessions.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs is desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally across Southampton and surrounding Hampshire areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised 1:1 tutoring sessions in History & Humanities.
• Support learners across Southampton and surrounding Hampshire areas.
• Adapt sessions to individual learner needs and goals.
• Collaborate with Local Authorities as required.

Skills

Engaging learners

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Organisation

SEND experience

Job description

History & Humanities Tutor

Share Your Passion for History and Humanities

We're looking for a History & Humanities Tutor to provide personalised 1:1 support to children and young people across Southampton and the surrounding Hampshire areas.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners who require alternative educational provision, helping them engage with subjects such as History, Geography, Religious Studies, and wider Humanities topics. Many students have experienced barriers to education and benefit from a tutor who can bring learning to life while building confidence and encouraging curiosity.

This is an excellent opportunity for education professionals who enjoy helping students develop critical thinking skills, broaden their understanding of the world, and achieve positive educational outcomes.

Location: Southampton & Surrounding Hampshire Areas

Subject: History & Humanities

Start Date: September

Hours: Flexible

Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour

Type: 1:1 Tuition

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, teaching assistant, mentoring, learning support, or similar roles


• Strong knowledge of History and/or Humanities subjects


• Ability to deliver engaging and personalised learning sessions


• Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs is desirable


• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills


• Patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach


• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one


• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally across Southampton and surrounding Hampshire areas

Who You'll Support

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)


• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs


• ADHD


• Anxiety and school avoidance


• EHCPs and additional educational needsEach learner has unique needs and goals, requiring a flexible approach that focuses on engagement, confidence-building, and academic progress.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours


• Competitive rates of £25-£30 per hour


• September start


• Long-term opportunities available


• Work alongside Local Authorities


• Rewarding 1:1 support with vulnerable learners


• Opportunity to make a lasting difference through personalised education