Secondary QTS Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Blyth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Secondary QTS Tutor to support students at Blyth on a 1:1 or small-group basis, helping those not in full-time mainstream education. The role involves delivering maths and English toward GCSEs and Functional Skills, with personalised lesson plans and SEND/SEMH accommodations.

You will build strong relationships, use engaging teaching methods, and aim to reintegrate students into mainstream education or an appropriate educational setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).
• Experience supporting young people with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Experience with disengaged learners or challenging behaviour; PRU/AP experience beneficial.
• Experience within a PRU, AP or similar setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 or small-group tuition in Maths and English toward GCSEs/Functional Skills.
• Develop and deliver personalised lesson plans addressing learning gaps and needs.
• Adapt teaching approaches for SEND, ADHD, autism, SEMH and anxiety.
• Build positive relationships and use engaging teaching strategies to improve participation and motivation.
• Support students toward reintegration into mainstream education or appropriate provision.

Skills

1:1 tutoring

Small-group tutoring

SEND support

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Education

QTS

QTLS

Job description

Secondary QTS Tutor - Blyth

The Opportunity

You will be supporting students on a 1:1 or small-group basis who are not currently accessing full-time mainstream education.

Our students may have experienced permanent exclusion, multiple school moves, challenging experiences within mainstream settings or difficulties managing their SEND or SEMH needs. Some may display challenging behaviours, have low confidence, struggle with emotional regulation or have become completely disengaged from education.

Sessions will take place face-to-face in accessible community settings, such as youth centres, family hubs and community centres, as well as other suitable locations.

Your Role with Us

Deliver engaging 1:1 or small-group tuition in Maths and English, supporting students working towards GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications (Entry Level 3, Level 1 and Level 2).

Support students who have been permanently excluded, are at risk of exclusion or have become disengaged from mainstream education.

Develop and deliver personalised lesson plans that address individual learning gaps, abilities and educational needs.

Adapt teaching approaches to accommodate students with SEND, ADHD, autism, SEMH needs, anxiety and other barriers to learning.

Build positive, trusting relationships with students who may have had negative experiences of education.

Use creative, flexible and engaging teaching strategies to encourage participation and improve motivation.

Role Details

• Pay rate: Up to £30 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.


• Hours: Up to 6 hours per week per student.


• Start date: November 2026.


• Location: Blyth, Northumberland.


• Duration: Ongoing, with the aim of supporting students towards successful reintegration into mainstream education or an appropriate educational setting.

To Be Eligible for the QTS Tutor Role, You Will Need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).


• Previous experience supporting young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.


• Experience working with disengaged learners, students with challenging behaviour, school refusers or young people who have experienced permanent exclusion would be highly advantageous.


• Experience within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), alternative provision (AP), specialist school or similar setting would be particularly beneficial.