Prospero Teaching
PDA-Informed Tutor
PDA-Informed Tutor at Prospero Teaching, based in Bournemouth, South West England, paying £25.00 - £30.00 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £25.00 - £30.00 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Bournemouth, South West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Tutor
- DBS check
7% below the typical rate for tutor
Reference 57392836
About the role
PDA-Informed Functional Skills Tutor Required - BH1
Support Learners Through a Flexible, Relationship-Led Approach
We're looking for a PDA-Informed Functional Skills Tutor to support children and young people in the BH1 area through personalised 1:1 tuition.
Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners who require alternative educational provision and benefit from a low-demand, flexible approach to learning. Many students have experienced barriers to education and require a tutor who understands how to build trust, reduce anxiety, and encourage engagement through personalised support.
The role will focus on Functional Skills, helping learners develop essential English and Maths skills while building confidence and independence.
Location: BH1
Role: PDA-Informed Functional Skills Tutor
Hours: Flexible
Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour
Type: 1:1 Tuition
Requirements
- Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, classroom experience
- Experience delivering or supporting Functional Skills English and Maths
- Understanding of PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and autism-friendly approaches
- Ability to adapt sessions to meet individual needs and reduce learning-related anxiety
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Patient, creative, and flexible approach
- Experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, or additional needs is desirable
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
- Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally within the BH1 area
Who You'll Support
You'll work with learners who may have:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- PDA profile
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- ADHD
- Anxiety and school avoidance
- EHCPs and additional educational needs
Successful tutors will be able to create a learning environment that feels safe, supportive, and responsive to the individual young person's needs.
What We Offer
- Flexible working opportunities
- Competitive rates of £25-£30 per hour
- Long-term placements available
- Work alongside Local Authorities
- Meaningful 1:1 support with vulnerable learners
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact through personalised education
Interested?
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Reference: 57392836 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 6 Nov 2026 · Listed via Prospero Teaching
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