Job description
GCSE Core Subject Tutor
About the Opportunity
Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced GCSE Core Subject Tutor to provide 1:1 bespoke tuition to secondary-aged pupils across Buckinghamshire. This role focuses on supporting students with GCSE Maths, English and/or Science who are currently not accessing mainstream education or who require additional academic support.
As a tutor, you will plan and deliver personalised lesson packages designed to address learning gaps, build subject confidence and improve attainment. Many of the young people you will work with may have experienced disruption to their education, so patience, adaptability and strong relationship-building skills are essential.
This role is ideal for a qualified teacher or experienced tutor looking to step away from a full classroom environment and provide more personalised and impactful support.
Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor pupil progress and ensure effective outcomes.
Contract/Position Details
1. Location: Buckinghamshire
2. Position: GCSE Core Subject Tutor
3. Type of Work: Contract / Temporary
4. Start Date: ASAP
5. Hours: Flexible, part-time (typically 10-15 hours per week, depending on availability and pupil needs)
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 teaching or tutoring GCSE-level Maths, English and/or Science (essential)
10. Experience working with secondary-aged pupils
11. Qualified teacher status or relevant qualification (QTS, PGCE, QTLS or equivalent) – desirable but not essential
12. Minimum 6 months’ experience working in a UK education setting
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 certificate on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
16. Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years
What Prospero Teaching Offers
17. Competitive hourly pay
18. Dedicated consultant support
19. Access to accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management
20. In-house Training and Development Team
How to Apply
If you wish to be considered for 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 the welfare of children and young people is a shared responsibility.