Specialist SEND Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Wigan; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Specialist SEND Tutor to deliver personalised 1:1 tuition to learners across Wigan. This role is ideal for an experienced educator who can support pupils with complex needs, build positive relationships and help learners re-engage with education.

The role offers flexible hours (5-15 hours per week) starting October 2026, with ongoing placement in schools across Wigan.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Experience working with students with complex needs.
• Experience supporting SEND or disengaged pupils.
• UK classroom teaching experience.
• Creative, patient approach and willingness to think outside the box.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualised tuition tailored to each learner's needs and abilities.
• Support pupils with SEND, complex needs and barriers to learning.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to encourage engagement.
• Develop learners' confidence, independence and academic skills.
• Set achievable targets and monitor progress.
• Provide feedback on learning outcomes and ongoing support needs.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Adaptive teaching

Engagement strategies

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Specialist SEND Tutor - Wigan

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
Hours: 5-15 hours per week
Start Date: October 2026
Duration: Ongoing

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Specialist SEND Tutor to deliver personalised 1:1 tuition to learners across Wigan. This role is ideal for an experienced educator who can support pupils with complex needs, build positive relationships and help learners re-engage with education.

The Role

• Deliver individualised tuition tailored to each learners needs and abilities.
• Support pupils with SEND, complex needs and barriers to learning.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to encourage engagement.
• Develop learners confidence, independence and academic skills.
• Set achievable targets and monitor progress.
• Provide feedback on learning outcomes and ongoing support needs.

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with students with complex needs.
• Experience supporting SEND or disengaged pupils.
• UK classroom teaching experience.
• A creative, patient approach and willingness to think outside the box.

To be eligible for this role, the Specialist SEND Tutor must

• Hold the right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced DBS including the child barred list, ideally on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain the required clearance.
• Provide two professional references, including relevant child-related references.