Maths Tutor

Prospero Teaching; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced GCSE Maths Tutor with Severe SEN Focus in Staffordshire. The role involves delivering tailored one-to-one GCSE Maths tuition aligned with UK curriculum, supporting students with severe SEN in 1:1 settings, and adapting methods to individual needs.

Requirements include minimum 1 year of GCSE Maths tutoring in the UK, experience with Severe SEN, ability to differentiate instruction, right to work in the UK and Enhanced DBS; desirable PGCE/QTS.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience tutoring GCSE Maths within the UK curriculum.
• Proven experience working with Severe SEN in 1:1 or small-group settings.
• Strong differentiation strategies for complex learning needs.
• Right to work in the UK and Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one GCSE Maths tuition aligned with the UK curriculum.
• Adapt teaching pace and resources to meet individual SEN needs.
• Support learners with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and other complex needs.
• Build positive relationships to create a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Develop student confidence, understanding and exam readiness where appropriate.
• Monitor and report on student progress to parents, carers and professionals.

Skills

GCSE Maths tutoring

1:1 teaching

Differentiated teaching

Behaviour management

UK curriculum

DBS check

Education

PGCE / QTS (desirable)

Job description

Job Title: GCSE Maths Tutor Severe SEN Focus

Location: Staffordshire

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

Pay Rate: GBP25 per hour (starting rate)

Job Type: Temporary | Part-Time

This position is ideal for tutors who have proven experience teaching GCSE Maths and English within the UK curriculum and who are confident supporting children and young people with complex SEN needs in a 1:1 setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored one-to-one GCSE Maths tuition aligned with the UK GCSE curriculum.
• Adapt teaching methods, lesson pace, and resources to meet the individual needs of students with severe SEN.
• Support learners with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, and other complex learning needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
• Develop students confidence, subject understanding, and exam readiness where appropriate.
• Monitor and report on student progress, providing clear feedback to parents, carers, and professionals involved in the students support network.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience tutoring or teaching GCSE Maths within the UK GCSE curriculum.
• Proven experience working with children or young people with Severe SEN in a one-to-one or small-group setting.
• Strong understanding of differentiated teaching strategies for complex learning needs.
• Patient, adaptable, and confident approach to behaviour and emotional regulation support.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Must have, or be willing to undertake, an Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable Qualifications:

• PGCE in Secondary Education and/or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience supporting students with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, or other complex SEN profiles.
• Familiarity with EHCP targets and personalised learning plans.
• Experience preparing students for GCSE examinations and functional skills qualifications.

If you are an experienced GCSE tutor with a passion for supporting young people with severe SEN, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference through personalised education and support in South Manchester.

This role is subject to safeguarding and vetting checks in line with safer recruitment practices. All staff working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.