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Prospero Teaching are seeking a resilient, positive, and dynamic Tutor to support a young person transitioning into Year 7, following a recent permanent exclusion (PEX). This is a vital opportunity to help rebuild their confidence and reignite their love for learning through consistent, compassionate support.
About the Learner:- Currently in Year 6, moving into Year 7
- Has suspected Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and may struggle to engage with new people
- Requires support in English and Maths, with some gaps from the previous academic year
- Needs a Tutor who can offer a trauma-informed approach and understands the importance of emotional safety in learning
As a Tutor you will:
- Deliver 1:1 tuition for 15 hours per week (3 hours/day, Monday to Friday)
- Support the learner in catching up with core subjects, especially English and Maths
- Build a trusting relationship and foster a safe, encouraging learning environment
- Use trauma-informed strategies to reduce anxiety and increase engagement
- Track progress and adapt teaching methods to suit the learner's evolving needs
About you:
- Experience working in Alternative Provision or similar settings
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed teaching practices
- Patience, empathy, and adaptability in building trust and engagement
- Ability to deliver creative and flexible lessons tailored to the learner's needs
- A calm and consistent presence who can support emotional regulation and academic progress
Position -TutorContract or position start date - SeptemberContract or position end date (if applicable) - N/AFull time/part-time - Opportunities for bothHours - 15 per week- flexibleEssential & Desirable Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 years experience working within UK schools- ESSENTIAL
- Trauma informed- DESIRABLE
To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:
- Hold right to work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide references upon request
- Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)
