1:1 Tutor for SEN & Re-engagement

The Catch-Up Academy; England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Catch-Up Academy is seeking compassionate in-person tutors to support children and young people unable to attend school due to SEN, SEMH, or mental health challenges. You’ll deliver tailored 1:1 academic support to help re-engage learning and rebuild confidence.

Typical days run during school hours with flexible, term-time hours. Expect around 15 hours per week, home or community settings, and reporting progress to carers and schools with DBS in place or a willingness to obtain one.

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

Tutoring experience

SEN/SEMH support

Behavioural needs

Independent work

Strong communication

Patience

DBS check

Job description

The Catch-Up Academy is seeking compassionate in-person tutors to support children and young people unable to attend school due to SEN, SEMH, or mental health challenges. You’ll deliver tailored 1:1 academic support to help re-engage learning and rebuild confidence.

Typical days run during school hours with flexible, term-time hours. Expect around 15 hours per week, home or community settings, and reporting progress to carers and schools with DBS in place or a willingness to obtain one.