PDA-Informed Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive hourly rate

Long-term placements

Work with Local Authorities

1:1 support with learners

Impactful education

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a PDA-informed Functional Skills Tutor to support children and young people in the BH1 area through personalised 1:1 tuition. You will work with learners who require alternative educational provision, using a low-demand, flexible approach to build trust, reduce anxiety, and foster engagement in English and Maths skills.

The role involves working on behalf of Local Authorities, focusing on Functional Skills to help learners gain confidence and independence, with hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, or classroom experience.
• Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Understanding of PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and autism-friendly approaches.
• Ability to adapt sessions to meet individual needs and reduce learning-related anxiety.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, creative, and flexible approach.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs is desirable.
• DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Driver preferred; travel locally within the BH1 area is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support Functional Skills English and Maths in 1:1 sessions.
• Build trusting relationships to reduce anxiety and increase engagement.
• Tailor sessions to individual needs and EHCP requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

PDA understanding

Adaptability

Patience

Job description

PDA-Informed Functional Skills Tutor Required - BH1

Support Learners Through a Flexible, Relationship-Led Approach

We're looking for a PDA-Informed Functional Skills Tutor to support children and young people in the BH1 area through personalised 1:1 tuition.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners who require alternative educational provision and benefit from a low-demand, flexible approach to learning. Many students have experienced barriers to education and require a tutor who understands how to build trust, reduce anxiety, and encourage engagement through personalised support.

The role will focus on Functional Skills, helping learners develop essential English and Maths skills while building confidence and independence.

Location: BH1

Role: PDA-Informed Functional Skills Tutor

Hours: Flexible

Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour

Type: 1:1 Tuition

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, classroom experience
• Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills English and Maths
• Understanding of PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and autism-friendly approaches
• Ability to adapt sessions to meet individual needs and reduce learning-related anxiety
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, creative, and flexible approach
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs is desirable
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally within the BH1 area

Who You'll Support

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• PDA profile
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• ADHD
• Anxiety and school avoidance
• EHCPs and additional educational needsSuccessful tutors will be able to create a learning environment that feels safe, supportive, and responsive to the individual young person's needs.

What We Offer

• Flexible working opportunities
• Competitive rates of £25-£30 per hour
• Long-term placements available
• Work alongside Local Authorities
• Meaningful 1:1 support with vulnerable learners
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact through personalised education