Secondary Specialism Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

September start

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Secondary Specialism Tutor to support learners across Portsmouth and surrounding areas through personalised 1:1 tuition. The role focuses on building confidence and helping students re-engage with education to make progress.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you will tailor educational support for learners facing barriers, with flexible hours and opportunities across multiple subjects for KS3 and KS4. Start September.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, tutoring, teaching or similar roles
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons
• Experience supporting secondary-aged learners
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored educational support to learners across Portsmouth and surrounding areas
• Deliver personalised 1:1 tuition
• Support learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs where applicable

Skills

Relationship-building

Lesson planning

Communication

Patience and adaptability

Education

QTS or PGCE desirable

Job description

Secondary Specialism Tutor

Help Learners Build Confidence and Achieve Positive Outcomes

We're looking for a Secondary Tutor to support children and young people across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas through personalised 1:1 tuition.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll provide tailored educational support to learners who require alternative provision. Many of the young people we work with face barriers to learning and benefit from a flexible, individualised approach that helps them re‑engage with education, improve confidence, and make meaningful academic progress.

This opportunity is ideal for tutors who enjoy building strong relationships with learners and adapting lessons to meet individual needs.

Location: Portsmouth & Surrounding Areas

Key Stage: Secondary (KS3 & KS4)

Start Date: September

Hours: Flexible

Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour

Type: 1:1 Tuition

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, teaching assistant, learning support, mentoring, or similar roles
• QTS or PGCE Highly Desirable
• Experience supporting secondary-aged learners
• Strong subject knowledge in one or more curriculum areas
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, personalised lessons
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs is desirable
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, adaptable, and positive approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally around Portsmouth and surrounding areas

Who You'll Support

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• ADHD
• Anxiety and school avoidance
• EHCPs and additional educational needsEach learner requires a personalised approach that focuses on engagement, confidence-building, and educational progress.

What We Offer

• Flexible working opportunities
• Competitive pay rates of £25-£30 per hour
• September start
• Long-term placements available
• Work alongside Local Authorities
• Opportunities across a variety of secondary subjects
• Rewarding 1:1 support with vulnerable learners

Interested?