Secondary English Tutor

Location: Wirral

Job Title:

Secondary English Tutor

Location:

Wirral

Hours:

5-15 hours per week

Start Date:

October 2026
Duration:
Ongoing

About the Role
Prospero Teaching is seeking an enthusiastic English Tutor to provide tailored academic support to secondary-aged learners who need help strengthening their literacy skills and making progress in English.

You will deliver engaging one-to-one sessions designed around each learner's abilities, helping them improve their written work, comprehension and confidence in preparation for school assessments and GCSE examinations where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver personalised English tuition at KS3 and GCSE level, as appropriate
Support reading comprehension, spelling, grammar and written expression
Develop examination technique and analytical skills
Identify learning gaps and set achievable targets
Adapt resources and teaching methods to suit individual learners

Experience, Training and Qualifications
QTS, PGCE or equivalent relevant qualification desirable
Strong English Language and English Literature subject knowledge
Previous teaching or tutoring experience
Experience supporting learners who require additional academic support
Excellent communication and organisational skills

Essential Requirements
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain the required clearance
Two professional references

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy