Job description
Primary SEN Tutor needed in Barking and Dagenham
About the Opportunity
Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Primary SEN Tutor to provide 1:1 tailored tuition to primary-aged pupils with special educational needs across Barking and Dagenham.
This role involves delivering bespoke education packages to children who may be out of school or require additional support, helping them to re-engage with learning, build confidence and make progress both academically and socially.
You will plan and deliver personalised lessons that meet each pupil’s individual needs, adapting your approach to support a range of SEN, including learning difficulties, ASD, ADHD and SEMH. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced SEN professional who enjoys working outside of the classroom in a more flexible, child-centred environment.
You will be supported closely by Prospero Teaching to monitor pupil progress and ensure consistently high-quality provision.
Contract / Position Details
1. Location: Barking and Dagenham
2. Position: Primary SEN Tutor (1:1 Outreach)
3. Type of Work: Contract / Temporary
4. Start Date: ASAP
5. Hours: 10-15 hours per week
6. Session Length: 1-3 hours per session
7. Pay Rate: From £25 per hour (dependent on experience)
8. Working Pattern: Term-time, flexible scheduling
Experience, Training & Qualifications
9. Experience working with children with SEN (essential)
10. Experience teaching or supporting primary-aged pupils
11. Qualified teacher status or relevant qualification (QTS, PGCE, EYFS, QTLS or equivalent) – desirable but not essential
12. Minimum 6 months’ experience working with children in the UK
13. Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable – training can be provided)
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:
14. Have the Right to Work in the UK
15. Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
16. Provide two professional references related to child-based roles covering the last two years
What Prospero Teaching Offers
17. Competitive pay rates
18. Ongoing support from an experienced education consultant
19. Access to accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
20. In-house Training and Development Team
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency. All successful applicants will be required to complete safeguarding and vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is a shared responsibility.