Job description
Qualified Outreach Tutor (Maths & English) – Barking and Dagenham
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and qualified Maths and English Tutor to deliver bespoke 1:1 tuition to young people who are currently not attending school in the Barking and Dagenham area.
As an Outreach Tutor, you will be responsible for planning and delivering tailored lessons that help close gaps in learning, rebuild confidence, and improve academic engagement. This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified teacher who is looking for a more flexible and rewarding role outside of the traditional classroom environment.
Many of the learners have experienced interruptions to their education and may have low self-esteem. You’ll play a key role in helping them regain confidence and structure in their daily learning.
Prospero Teaching offers continuous support throughout your placement, including regular progress reviews to ensure each young person is receiving high-quality, effective support.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
1. Location – Barking and Dagenham (and surrounding areas)
2. Position – Outreach Tutor (Maths & English)
3. Type of work – 1:1 Tuition / Outreach Support
4. Start date – ASAP
5. Duration / Likely Duration – Ongoing (dependent on student needs)
6. End date (if applicable) – N/A
7. Contract type – Temporary
8. Hours – 10 to 15 hours per week (typically 1-3 hours per session)
9. Rate of pay – From £25 per hour
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
10. Must hold QTS or PGCE
11. Experience teaching Maths and English (KS2/KS3/KS4)
12. SEN or SEMH experience highly desirable
13. Minimum of 6 months teaching experience in the UK
14. Up-to-date Safeguarding training (can be provided if needed)
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
15. Have the Right to Work in the UK
16. Hold an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS certificate (on the Update Service or willing to apply for one)
17. Provide two professional child-related references from the last two years
OTHER
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with your most recent CV.
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and pass all relevant safeguarding checks.
WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU:
18. Access to accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
19. Support from our in-house Training and Development Team
20. Dedicated Consultant to support your placements