Job description
Qualified Outreach Tutor – Barking & Dagenham + Surrounding Areas
About the Opportunity
Are you a passionate and qualified tutor ready to make a real difference outside the traditional classroom? Prospero Teaching is looking for Qualified Outreach Tutors to deliver tailored 1:1 education sessions to children who are currently without a school placement or who require after-school academic support in Barking, Dagenham, and surrounding boroughs.
Whether you’re looking for a flexible alternative to mainstream teaching or hoping to expand your impact in a more personalised setting, this role offers the chance to bring learning directly to the children who need it most.
You’ll design and deliver engaging, individualised sessions that bridge gaps in learning, reignite a love for education, and help young people many of whom have been out of education.
Contract/Position Details
1. Location: Barking & Dagenham and surrounding areas
2. Position: Qualified Outreach Tutor
3. Type of Work: 1:1 sessions with pupils at home, in libraries, or community settings
4. Start Date: ASAP
5. Duration: Ongoing, based on student needs
6. Contract Type: Temporary
7. Hours: Flexible – sessions typically run 1 to 3 hours each
8. Rate of Pay: From £25 per hour
9. Availability: Both part-time and full-time roles available
Ideal Candidate Profile
10. Holds QTS, QTLS, or a PGCE or an ESOL/EAL qualifications – highly desirable
11. Strong background in delivering 1:1 support or small group teaching
12. Experience working with children with SEND, EAL, or SEMH needs
13. Comfortable planning and delivering bespoke lesson plans
14. Excellent communication and motivational skills
15. Able to build rapport and trust with pupils who may be disengaged or vulnerable
Essential Requirements
To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:
16. Have the Right to Work in the UK
17. Hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
18. Be able to provide two professional references covering the last two years (child-related)
Why Join Prospero Teaching?
19. Work that’s flexible, fulfilling, and impactful Ongoing CPD opportunities including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management Access to our in-house Training and Development Team Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement Opportunity to transform educational journeys-especially for children facing barriers to learning
How to Apply
If you’re ready to inspire and empower students through flexible 1:1 learning, we want to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Please note: only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.