Tutor (Speech and Communication needs)

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

Job summary

An educational support provider in the United Kingdom seeks a compassionate Tutor to provide one-on-one support for a young person with speech and language difficulties. The role focuses on developing academic progress while addressing social, emotional, and mental health needs. Candidates should have relevant experience and be patient and adaptable. The position involves flexible hours and in-person support.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child Barred List DBS certificate (on the Update Service or willing to apply for one).
• Able to provide professional references.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (or willing to complete this through us).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for 3 hours per day.
• Support the young person's academic learning in a tailored way.
• Encourage communication skills through activities.
• Build confidence by creating a safe learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with parents and other professionals.

Skills

Previous experience supporting children with speech and language difficulties

Understanding of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs

Patience

Adaptability

Nurturing approach to learning

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Tutor to support a young person with speech and language difficulties. The role will focus not only on developing academic progress but also on supporting the young person's social, emotional, and mental health needs, which are impacted by their communication challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for 3 hours per day (with flexibility on exact timings).
• Support the young person's academic learning in a tailored and accessible way.
• Encourage communication skills through structured and informal activities.
• Build confidence and resilience by creating a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Use strategies that consider both the educational and emotional needs of the young person.
• Work collaboratively with parents/carers and, where appropriate, other professionals to ensure consistent support.

Key details

• Role: Tutor 1:1 support - focusing on Speech and Language needs
• Hours: 3 hours per day (flexible timings)
• Location: In person
• Start date: ASAP

What we're looking for from our Tutors for this role

• Previous experience supporting children with speech and language difficulties.
• Understanding of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• Patience, adaptability, and a nurturing approach to learning.
• Ability to tailor learning methods to suit individual needs.

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child Barred List DBS certificate (on the Update Service or willing to apply for one).
• Able to provide professional references.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (or willing to complete this through us)