Secondary English Tutor

Prospero Teaching Manchester; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching Manchester is seeking an experienced English Tutor to provide targeted literacy and GCSE revision support to secondary learners in Runcorn. You will deliver engaging tuition to improve reading, writing and comprehension, with a focus on building confidence and study skills.

The role is part-time (5–15 hours per week), starts November 2026, and requires right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS. Apply with professional references.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the secondary English curriculum.
• Experience teaching or tutoring English.
• QTS, PGCE or equivalent qualification desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with literacy gaps.
• A patient and adaptable approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored English tuition to secondary-age pupils.
• Support reading comprehension, spelling, grammar and written expression.
• Help learners prepare for GCSE English where appropriate.
• Identify areas for development and plan targeted sessions.
• Build confidence and encourage positive engagement with learning.

Skills

English tutoring

Reading comprehension

GCSE prep

Lesson planning

Education

QTS or PGCE desirable

Job description

Secondary English and Literacy Tutor - Runcorn

Location: Runcorn

Hours: 5-15 hours per week

Start Date: November 2026

Duration: Ongoing

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced English Tutor to provide additional literacy and academic support to secondary-age learners. The role will involve delivering engaging tuition to help pupils improve their reading, writing and comprehension skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored English tuition to secondary-age pupils.


• Support reading comprehension, spelling, grammar and written expression.


• Help learners prepare for GCSE English where appropriate.


• Identify areas for development and plan targeted sessions.


• Build confidence and encourage positive engagement with learning.

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the secondary English curriculum.


• Experience teaching or tutoring English.


• QTS, PGCE or equivalent qualification desirable.


• Experience supporting pupils with literacy gaps.


• A patient and adaptable approach to teaching.

Essential Requirements

• Right to work in the UK.


• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain the required clearance.


• Two professional references.

If you are passionate about literacy and helping young people reach their academic potential, we would love to hear from you.