QTS English Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Padham's Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment agency is seeking an English tutor to provide up to 10 hours of 1:1 tuition weekly for children in Barking and Dagenham who need bespoke academic support. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEN/SEMH learners and a teaching qualification. This role offers flexible scheduling and competitive pay rates. Join a team that makes a real impact in education.

Benefits

Access to exclusive CPD courses

Ongoing support and mentoring

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience working with SEN/SEMH learners.
• Proven experience working 1:1 with students displaying challenging behaviour.
• Current safeguarding training (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored English tuition to children and young people.
• Help students re-engage with structured learning.
• Support learners with complex needs in a safe environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN/SEMH learners

De-escalation techniques

Behaviour support planning

Excellent communication skills

Education

QTS, QTLS, PGCE or relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated English tutor with QTS or PGCE to provide up to 10 hours of 1:1 tuition per week to children and young people currently without school placements in Barking and Dagenham.

Learners require bespoke academic and emotional support due to time out of education and complex needs, including SEMH and challenging behaviour. You'll play a key role in helping them re-engage with structured learning in a safe and consistent environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate tutor confident in delivering tailored English lessons that make a real impact.

Contract / Position Details

• Location: Barking and Dagenham
• Position: Qualified English Tutor
• Type of work: Contract - Tuition (face-to-face)
• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Contract type: Temporary
• Hours: Up to 10 hours per week (flexible scheduling)
• Rate of pay: £22-£30 per hour

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE, or relevant teaching qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Minimum 12 months' experience working with SEN/SEMH learners
• Proven experience working 1:1 with students who display challenging behaviour
• Experience in de-escalation techniques and behaviour support planning
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (issued in the last year - desirable)

To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for a new one)
• Be able to provide two professional child-related references from the last two years

Why work with Prospero Teaching?

• Access to exclusive CPD courses, including Safeguarding, Mental Health, and Behaviour Management
• Ongoing support and mentoring from our dedicated Learning Delivery Team
• The chance to make a real difference in a young person's life by re-engaging them in learning
• Flexible, local work that fits around your schedule

How to Apply

If you're passionate about supporting children with complex needs and want to be part of a dedicated team, apply now with your up-to-date CV. Due to the sensitive nature of this role, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants will be required to complete full vetting checks.