Tutor - Whichkam

Prospero Teaching; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 31,684,800 - 41,328,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a patient SEND Specialist Tutor to support a Year 11 learner with SEMH and complex needs in Whickham. The role is a 1:1 tutoring contract delivering 15 hours per week during school hours, with progress reports to be completed weekly.

You will build trusting relationships, tailor sessions to rebuild confidence, and work towards academic and personal wellbeing in a safe, supportive environment. DBS required.

Qualifications

• Experience with students requiring SEMH support and complex needs.
• Background in teaching, tutoring or support work.
• Patience, resilience and creativity in learning approaches.

Responsibilities

• Build a positive and trusting relationship to support engagement in learning.
• Deliver tailored, engagement-focused sessions for a Year 11 learner.
• Support SEMH development and help regulate emotions and resilience.
• Provide structure during transitions and monitor progress with clear feedback.
• Maintain attendance records and complete weekly progress reports.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Engagement

Education

Children-related or Education-based qualification

Job description

SEND Specialist Tutor (SEMH & Complex Needs - Year 9)

We are looking for a patient, adaptable tutor who can deliver engaging, personalised sessions that focus on rebuilding confidence, encouraging engagement with learning, and supporting the student's emotional wellbeing. The emphasis is on creating a safe, supportive environment where the student can make positive progress both academically and personally.

The tuition will be delivered on a 1:1 basis for 15 hours per week, ideally during school hours. You will also complete weekly progress reports.

Contract / Position Details

• Location: Whickham
• Position: SEND Specialist Tutor (SEMH & Complex Needs)
• Type of work: Contract
• Start date: ASAP
• Setting: Student's home or local community setting (e.g. learning hub/library)
• Duration: Ongoing, until a suitable school placement is secured
• Contract type: Temporary
• Hours: 15 hours per week
• Rate of pay: up to GBP30 per hour (negotiable)

Your Role with Us

• Build a positive and trusting relationship to support engagement in learning.
• Deliver tailored, engagement‑focused sessions that meet the needs of a Year 11 learner.
• Support the student’s SEMH development, helping them regulate emotions and build resilience.
• Provide guidance and structure during a key stage in their education and transition planning.
• Promote confidence, independence and life skills through structured activities.
• Create a calm, consistent and safe learning environment.
• Monitor and assess progress, providing clear feedback to families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and complete weekly reports.

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Children‑related or Education‑based qualification.
• Experience working with students with complex SEND and SEMH needs.
• Background in teaching, tutoring or support work.
• Must be patient, resilient and creative in the approach to learning.
• Must be able to think outside the box and adapt sessions to maintain engagement.

Eligibility

• Right to work in the UK.
• Holder of an enhanced child‑barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or willingness to apply for a new one.
• Must be able to provide references covering the last two years.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.