Secondary Core Subjects Tutor

Prospero Teaching Cardiff; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching Cardiff is seeking a versatile Secondary Core Subjects Tutor to support GCSE-age learners in Wigan with personalised one-to-one tuition in Maths and English.

The role offers 5–15 hours per week, starting October 2026, with flexible sessions tailored to individual needs. You will identify gaps, reinforce curriculum topics and help pupils progress toward targets.

Applicants should have QTS/PGCE or equivalent desirable, with strong communication and be eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Good subject knowledge in Maths, English or other core subjects.
• Strong communication, organisation and planning skills.
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one tuition in Maths and English.
• Identify gaps in knowledge and develop targeted learning activities.
• Reinforce key curriculum topics and study skills.
• Set achievable targets and monitor progress.
• Adapt resources and teaching methods to support individual learners.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Communication

Organisation

Education

QTS/PGCE

Job description

Job Title: Secondary Core Subjects Tutor

Location: Wigan

Hours: 5-15 hours per week

Start Date: October 2026

Duration: Ongoing

About the Role

Prospero Teaching is seeking a versatile tutor to provide personalised academic support to secondary-aged learners who need additional help with their studies.

The role focuses on strengthening core subject knowledge, improving engagement and helping pupils make progress towards their educational targets. The successful candidate will be able to adapt sessions to meet individual learning needs and abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one tuition in appropriate core subjects, particularly Maths and English
• Identify gaps in knowledge and develop targeted learning activities
• Reinforce key curriculum topics and study skills
• Set achievable targets and monitor progress
• Adapt resources and teaching methods to support individual learners
• Encourage confidence, motivation and independent learning

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS, PGCE or equivalent relevant teaching qualification desirable
• Good subject knowledge in Maths, English or other relevant core subjects
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience
• Experience supporting learners who need additional educational help
• Strong communication, organisation and planning skills

Essential Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain the required clearance
• Two professional references

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.