Prospero Teaching are seeking a compassionate, patient, and experienced Tutor to support a bright and dedicated young learner in the Southwick area. This role involves providing 10 hours per week of tailored tuition in reading, writing, and potentially maths, with a focus on building confidence and reinforcing key skills from the KS1 curriculum.
About the Learner:
- Currently in Key Stage 2, working below age-related expectations.
- Learning is focused on KS1-level content.
- Has a diagnosis of global learning delay and an EHCP in place.
- A committed and enthusiastic learner, who thrives with encouragement and consistency.
- Needs a tutor who can nurture confidence, celebrate small wins, and adapt teaching to their unique pace and style.
About you:
- Experience working with children with additional learning needs.
- A warm, encouraging approach to teaching.
- Ability to create engaging, accessible learning activities.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Ideally, a background in primary education, SEND support, or specialist tutoring.
As a Tutor, you will:
- Provide individualised, nurturing support in reading, writing, and potentially maths, tailored to the learner's current level and interests.
- Use creative and accessible strategies to reinforce KS1 curriculum content, helping the learner build foundational skills at their own pace.
- Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment, with a strong focus on boosting the learner's confidence and self-esteem.
- Celebrate progress and help the learner feel proud of their achievements.
Position - Tutor
Contract or position start date - ASAP
Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
Full time/part-time - Varied
Hours - 10 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Essential & Desirable Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people
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)