Job description
GCSE Maths & English Tutor St Helens (January 2026)
Role Overview
Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced GCSE Maths & English Tutor to deliver 1:1 tuition to students in St Helens starting January 2026. This role is ideal for tutors who can adapt lessons to individual learning needs and help students build confidence and achieve academic success.
Location & Contract Details
Location: St Helens pupils homes or community-based settings
Start date: January 2026
Pay rate: From £25 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract type: Part-time / Contract
Hours: Flexible, typically during school hours with some after-school options
About the Students
You will support learners preparing for GCSE Maths and English, including those who:
Require additional support due to SEN or learning gaps
Are working below expected levels
Need confidence and guidance to achieve academic targets
Lessons will be personalised to suit individual learning styles, build subject knowledge, and improve exam readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver tailored 1:1 GCSE Maths and English lessons
Adapt lesson content and pace to meet individual student needs
Support study skills, exam preparation, and confidence-building
Monitor student progress and provide clear, constructive feedback to parents/carers and professionals
Build positive, trusting relationships and create a safe, supportive learning environment
Plan structured sessions that encourage engagement and progression
Essential Requirements
Minimum 1 year of experience teaching or tutoring Maths and/or English
Experience working with learners with SEN or learning gaps (desirable)
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS on the Child Barred List (or willingness to apply)
Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
QTS, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience supporting students with SEN, Autism, ADHD, or SEMH
Experience delivering GCSE-focused tuition
Safeguarding & Compliance
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and complete all safeguarding and vetting checks. All adults working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.
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