Tutor. Job in St. Helens Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational support provider is seeking a Tutor to offer face-to-face tutoring to a Year 11 learner in St Helens. This part-time role involves delivering personalized, engaging sessions in English, Maths, and Science. Ideal candidates will have experience in UK education and be empathetic to learners with non-traditional journeys.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in UK schools or tutoring.
• Experience with learners who have had disrupted education.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 tutoring sessions focused on bespoke learning.
• Build a trusting relationship through consistency.
• Identify and target gaps in learning.
• Encourage engagement through hands-on activities.
• Support development in core subjects.

Skills

Experience in UK schools or tutoring

Ability to conduct baseline assessments

Trauma-informed approach

Empathy and understanding

Creative engagement strategies

Education

Minimum 1 year of experience working with young people

Job description

Prospero Teaching are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Tutor to support a highly motivated Year 11 learner in WA9 (St Helens). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on a young person's educational journey following significant time out of school.

About the Role

Subjects: English (5 hrs), Maths (5 hrs), Science (5 hrs)

Schedule: 3 hours per day, 5 days per week (flexible timings)

Location: Face-to-face tuition in WA9

Start Point: Functional Skills Entry Level across core subjects

Initial Requirement: Baseline assessments to determine ability level

As a Tutor, you will:

• Deliver 1:1 tutoring sessions focused on bespoke, interest-led learning
• Build a trusting relationship through consistency and empathy
• Identify and target any gaps identified within learning
• Encourage engagement through hands-on activities and creative approaches
• Support development in core subjects

About the Learner

Highly motivated and enthusiastic

Loves creative writing (even wrote their own CV!)

Likely to find English most engaging and Maths more challenging

Interests include catering, music (especially rap), and creative writing

Has experienced significant time out of education, so learning will not follow a linear path

About you

Adaptable to the learner's interests and educational gaps

Empathetic and understanding of the learner's background

Experienced in delivering functional skills and working with learners with non-traditional educational journeys

Able to create engaging, personalised learning experiences

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in UK schools or tutoring

Experience with learners who have had disrupted education

Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Ability to conduct baseline assessments and tailor learning accordingly

Position - Tutor
Contract or position start date - ASAP
Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
Full time/part-time - Part time - 15 hours per week
Hours - Monday to Friday

Essential & Desirable Qualifications:

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

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list 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)