Casual Education Mentor with QTS

Keys Children; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Blue light discount card

Fully funded training and quals

Enhanced pay scales based on exp &

Employee wellbeing app & discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking qualified teachers to join our 1:1 tutoring teams across the UK. You’ll support young people aged 5–16 who can’t access mainstream education, delivering English, Maths and life skills with warmth and tailored planning.

We value experience with SEN/SEMH, a UK curriculum background, and a patient, resilient approach. Term-time hours, flexible scheduling, and travel across local authorities are part of the role, with competitive pay per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience of the UK curriculum
• Understanding of SEN, ASD, ADHD & Mental Health
• A patient, resilient and resourceful approach
• Minimum two days’ availability per week
• Ability to travel (full UK driving licence, own vehicle with business insurance & breakdown cover)

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored sessions in English, Maths and life skills in a quiet community setting or in a young person’s home
• Form strong, positive connections and truly personalise learning
• Travel across local authorities as required
• Term-time only with flexible scheduling

Skills

Qualified Teachers

QTS / QTLS

SEN & SEMH experience

Job description

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Ready to step away from the classroom and into something more meaningful?

We provide high-quality, personalised 1:1 tuition for young people aged 5–16 who can’t access mainstream education. Our mission? To create measurable, life-changing impact for those who need it most.

Work flexibly. Build real relationships. See genuine progress.

You’ll deliver tailored sessions in English, Maths and life skills in a quiet community setting or in a young person’s home. With no classroom distractions, you’ll have the space to form strong, positive connections and truly personalise learning.

• Qualified Teachers
• QTS / QTLS Teachers seeking a rewarding change
• Professionals with SEN & SEMH experience

You’ll need:

• Experience of the UK curriculum
• Understanding of SEN, ASD, ADHD & Mental Health
• A patient, resilient and resourceful approach
• Minimum two days’ availability per week
• Ability to travel (full UK driving licence, own vehicle with business insurance & breakdown cover)

Most importantly - warmth, humour, and a belief that every young person deserves success.

About the Role

• Term-time only
• Flexible scheduling to suit your availability
• Travel required across local authorities

We support young people who are

• Excluded or at risk of exclusion
• School refusers
• Experiencing disruption due to health or home circumstances
• At risk of entering the criminal justice system

When mainstream education isn’t working, we are.

EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Pay

The pay rate is between £25 - £40 per hour, and is determined individually on a case-by-case basis, taking into account relevant qualifications and experience.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures including references, enhanced DBS and employment checks.

If you want flexibility, purpose, and the chance to genuinely transform lives - this is your opportunity!