SEN Specialist Tutor

SEN Specialist Tutor Contract / Position Details: Location: Gateshead Position: SEN Specialist Tutor Start Date: ASAP Duration: Dependent on individual student needs Hours: Part-time (10-15 hours per week) Session Length: Minimum 1 hour, maximum 3 hours per session Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour About the Opportunity Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced SEN Tutor to deliver bespoke 1:1 education packages to young people with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN) who are currently not attending school. Students present with a range of complex SEND needs, including: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Non-verbal communication needs Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) Global learning delay Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) Many pupils have been out of education for an extended period and may be awaiting a specialist school placement. The successful tutor will provide structured, personalised support to help bridge learning gaps, build confidence, and support both academic and emotional development. Prospero Teaching will work closely with the tutor to monitor progress and ensure effective learning outcomes for each pupil. Experience, Training and Qualifications QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent qualification Previous experience supporting young people with complex SEN Minimum of 6 months' experience working in a UK school Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable but not essential) Personal care experience (desirable but not essential) To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must: Hold the 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 two professional child-related references covering the last two years What Prospero Teaching Offers Accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management Access to our in-house Training and Development Team Additional Information If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero Teaching. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare