Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Emsworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Emsworth is seeking dedicated Tutors to support young people with diverse needs. The role requires at least one year of experience in UK schools, with responsibilities including planning engaging lessons and fostering positive learning environments. Both part-time and full-time opportunities are available, offering flexible hours based on current referrals.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working within UK schools.
• Confident in planning and delivering creative, learner-centred sessions.
• Nurturing, adaptable, and student-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Support the young person in developing emotional regulation strategies.
• Foster a positive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Experience supporting children with diverse needs

Flexibility and creativity in teaching approaches

Building trusting relationships

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Tutors to support a growing number of young people in Emsworth and nearby areas who benefit from alternative provision and thrive in 1:1 learning environments.

Our learners range from EYFS to post-16, and we welcome applications from professionals with experience in:

• Nurseries
• Primary and Secondary Schools
• Colleges
• Specialist Education Settings

Many of our young people have complex additional needs, including:

• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
• SEN (Special Educational Needs)
• EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
• Anxiety
• Risk of Permanent Exclusion (PEX)

Each child referred to us typically requires between 2 to 15 hours of support per week, allowing us to offer both part-time and full-time opportunities based on current referrals.

What we're looking for

• Passionate educators who can build trusting relationships
• Experience supporting children with diverse needs
• Flexibility and creativity in teaching approaches
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice

As a Tutor, you will

• Plan and deliver engaging, tailored lessons that meet the student's individual needs and interests
• Support the young person in developing emotional regulation strategies
• Foster a positive, supportive, and safe learning environment
• Gradually build a strong rapport and encourage participation at the student's own pace
• Work closely with parents/carers and other professionals as needed

About you

• Have at least 1 year of experience working within UK schools
• Are confident in planning and delivering creative, learner-centred sessions
• Employ a nurturing, adaptable, and student-centred approach

Position details

• Position - Tutor
• Contract or position start date - ASAP
• Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
• Full time/part-time - Varied
• Hours - Varied

Essential & Desirable Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people
• Trauma informed - desirable

Eligibility to work with Prospero Teaching

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide references upon request
• Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)