Job description
Outreach Tutor (SEN Functional Skills – English & Maths)
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated Outreach Tutor to deliver bespoke Functional Skills English and Maths sessions to learners with SEN (Special Educational Needs) who are currently not attending mainstream education.
This is a 1:1, outreach-based role, delivering Entry Level 3 to Level 3 English and Maths to young people in Barking and Dagenham. Learners may be based at home, in community settings, or alternative provisions. Many have gaps in their education and may present with low confidence and engagement, often due to extended periods out of school.
You’ll be responsible for planning and delivering tailored lessons that support academic progression and build learner confidence. This role is ideal for an experienced Functional Skills tutor or qualified teacher who thrives in a more personalised, flexible teaching environment outside the traditional classroom.
Prospero Teaching will support you with ongoing guidance and progression monitoring to ensure each student makes meaningful progress.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
1. Location: Barking and Dagenham (various outreach locations)
2. Position: Outreach Tutor – Functional Skills English & Maths
3. Type of Work: 1:1 tutoring (outreach/home/community settings)
4. Start Date: ASAP
5. Duration / Likely Duration: Ongoing (based on individual learner needs)
6. Contract Type: Temporary
7. Hours: 10 to 15 hours per week (sessions usually 1-3 hours per student)
8. Rate of Pay: From £25 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
9. Flexible Schedule: Sessions arranged based on your availability
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
10. Recognised teaching or tutoring qualification (, QTS, QTLS, PGCE or equivalent)
11. Experience teaching Functional Skills English and Maths (Entry Level 3 to Level 3)
12. SEN experience is highly desirable
13. Minimum 6 months experience teaching in a UK setting
14. Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (can be provided if needed)
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
15. Hold Right to Work in the UK
16. Hold an Enhanced Child DBS registered on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for a new one)
17. Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years
OTHER INFORMATION
If you’re a passionate educator who enjoys working 1:1 and making a real difference in learners’ lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply with an up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates must complete full safeguarding and compliance checks before commencing any role.
WHAT WE OFFER:
18. Competitive hourly rates
19. Flexible working to suit your schedule
20. Accredited CPD courses including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
21. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant and our in-house Training & Development Team