Alternative Provision Tutor PEX Learner

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.

• 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 -Tutor
Contract or position start date - September
Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
Full time/part-time - Opportunities for both
Hours - 15 per week- flexible
Essential & 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)