Phonics and Literacy Tutor

senploy; Grays; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Phonics & Literacy Tutor in Thamesmead, London. The role involves delivering tailored tuition in reading and literacy. Candidates should have a minimum of one year’s experience, a strong understanding of phonics, and the right to work in the UK. This part-time, flexible role allows for a work schedule that fits your lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring phonics/literacy.
• Strong understanding of phonics frameworks and literacy teaching strategies.
• Must have or be willing to undertake Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition in phonics, reading and literacy.
• Support early reading development using phonics-based approaches.
• Monitor and track progress, provide regular updates to parents/carers.

Skills

Experience teaching phonics

Understanding of literacy teaching strategies

Ability to adapt sessions

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Phonics & Literacy Tutor

Location: Thamesmead, London

Pay Rate: £25-£35 per hour

Job Type: Temporary | Part-Time | Flexible Hour

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition in phonics, reading and literacy.
• Support early reading development using phonics-based approaches.
• Identify learning gaps and provide targeted support to build confidence and fluency.
• Adapt sessions for learners with additional needs, including SEN or speech and language difficulties.
• Monitor and track progress, provide regular updates to parents/carers and the wider educational team.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring phonics/literacy.
• Strong understanding of phonics frameworks and literacy teaching strategies.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Must have or be willing to undertake Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable

• QTS, PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children with SEN.
• Training in structured phonics programmes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled literacy tutor who thrives on helping children unlock the power of reading and writing. With flexible hours available, you can take on as little as one session per week or build up your schedule to suit your lifestyle.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.