1:1 Tutor for SEN & Mental Health - Flexible, Term-Time

The Catch-Up Academy; Woking; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Flexible hours

Job summary

The Catch-Up Academy is seeking an In-Person Tutor to support children and young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs. You will provide 1:1 sessions focused on re-engagement and confidence, working within a flexible, term-time schedule.

Typical hours are during school terms, with sessions mostly 9:00–15:00, Monday to Friday. You’ll travel to student locations, build trust, track progress, and communicate with families and schools to maximise impact.

Qualifications

• Experience tutoring or teaching children - especially those with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs.
• Confident working independently and managing a flexible timetable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with challenging learners.
• Resilience, creativity, and patience - every student is different, and progress takes time.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) and safeguarding knowledge essential.
• A driving licence and access to transport is often required for travel to student locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 tuition sessions during school hours (typically between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday).
• Work with students who are out of school, often in their homes or community settings.
• Support each learner across key subjects (e.g., English, Maths, Science), using personalised, creative teaching methods.
• Focus on rebuilding trust and engagement with learning, not just academics.
• Communicate closely with parents/carers, schools, and support professionals to track and promote progress.
• Log student outcomes and feedback clearly to support each learner's journey.

Skills

1:1 tutoring

SEN support

SEMH awareness

Communication

Flexible schedule

Job description

The Catch-Up Academy is seeking an In-Person Tutor to support children and young people with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs. You will provide 1:1 sessions focused on re-engagement and confidence, working within a flexible, term-time schedule.

Typical hours are during school terms, with sessions mostly 9:00–15:00, Monday to Friday. You’ll travel to student locations, build trust, track progress, and communicate with families and schools to maximise impact.