Compassionate SEND Maths Tutor — 1:1 Secondary

Academics Ltd; Leominster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Scholars is seeking a patient SEND Maths Tutor for Leominster to provide one-to-one maths tuition to a secondary-aged learner.

You will adapt teaching to meet SEND/SEMH needs, help build confidence and progress, and create a calm, supportive learning environment.

This in-person role requires strong maths knowledge and safeguarding checks; experience with anxiety, disengagement or challenging behaviour is desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong maths subject knowledge at secondary level.
• Experience teaching or tutoring secondary-level Maths.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• Experience providing one-to-one or personalised educational support is desirable.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
• Experience supporting learners who may face barriers to mainstream education is desirable.
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour would be highly desirable.
• Patient, calm, flexible and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Confidence supporting learners who may be reluctant, anxious or disengaged from education.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable and consistent approach to work.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing personalised one-to-one Maths tuition tailored to the learner's individual needs and abilities.
• Supporting learning across the secondary Maths curriculum, including GCSE topics where appropriate.
• Identifying gaps in mathematical knowledge and providing targeted support.
• Developing understanding of number, fractions, decimals, percentages, algebra, geometry and problem-solving.
• Breaking down complex mathematical concepts into clear, manageable steps.
• Adapting teaching methods, resources and lesson pace to suit individual learning styles.
• Supporting GCSE Maths preparation, revision and exam technique where appropriate.
• Using practical examples and engaging activities to make Maths more accessible.
• Maintaining a calm, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Monitoring progress and providing appropriate feedback to parents/carers and other professionals involved in the learner's education.

Skills

Maths proficiency

SEND/SEMH experience

One-to-one tutoring

Patience

Adaptability

Communication

Organisation

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Quantum Scholars is seeking a patient SEND Maths Tutor for Leominster to provide one-to-one maths tuition to a secondary-aged learner.

You will adapt teaching to meet SEND/SEMH needs, help build confidence and progress, and create a calm, supportive learning environment.

This in-person role requires strong maths knowledge and safeguarding checks; experience with anxiety, disengagement or challenging behaviour is desirable.