Complex Needs Outreach Tutor

Complex Needs Outreach Tutor Skelmersdale (January 2026)

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced Complex Needs Outreach Tutor to deliver bespoke 1:1 education packages to young people with complex additional needs who are not currently accessing mainstream education.

As an Outreach Tutor, you will plan and deliver highly personalised learning sessions focused on building confidence, engagement, and routine. Tuition will typically cover core subjects such as English and Maths, alongside life skills where appropriate. Many learners have significant additional needs and may require full adult support, including the use of wheelchairs.

This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about inclusive education and is confident adapting teaching approaches to meet individual needs. Experience using alternative communication methods such as Makaton or PECS would be highly beneficial.

You will play a key role in reintroducing structure and routine into the students day, supporting both academic progress and personal development. Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor progress and provide ongoing support.

CONTRACT / POSITION DETAILS

Location: Skelmersdale (community settings or pupils homes)

Position: Outreach Tutor Complex Needs

Type of work: Contract

Hours: Part-time 15 to 25 hours per week

Pay rate: £30 per hour

Session length: Minimum 1 hour, maximum 3 hours per session

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent

Minimum of 6 months experience working in a UK school or with SEN learners

Experience with Makaton and/or PECS (highly desirable)

Up-to-date safeguarding training (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 DBS certificate on the Child Barred List registered with the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one

Provide two professional, child-related references covering the last two years

OTHER INFORMATION

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an 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 with Prospero Teaching and successfully complete all safeguarding and vetting checks. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.

Prospero Teaching offers:

Accredited CPD courses, including safeguarding and behaviour management

Access to our in-house Training and Development Team

To apply, please click Apply or send your CV to (url removed)