QTS Tutor

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate SEND Specialist Tutors to inspire and support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Northumberland and Newcastle. This role focuses on delivering tailored 1:1 lessons to help pupils bridge educational gaps and regain confidence in their learning. As a tutor, you'll play a crucial role in re-engaging students who have faced challenges in traditional school settings. With flexible hours and a commitment to making a difference, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to impact young lives positively. Join a dedicated team that values creativity and compassion in education.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent required for the SEND Specialist Tutor role.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour and disengaged pupils is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver tailored lessons for pupils with SEND.
• Support and re-engage pupils in their learning.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Creativity

Patience

Experience with SEND

Education

QTS or equivalent

UK classroom teaching experience

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

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We are looking for inspirational tutors around Northumberland and Newcastle to support children and young people with SEND.

Many children with SEND have been disengaged with their learning. We support pupils that have struggled to stay in the classroom, who feel too anxious to go to school or whose needs aren’t sufficiently supported at school. As a SEND Specialist Tutor, you must be able to create, plan and deliver 1:1 tailored lesson to bridge gaps in pupils education and boost attainment levels.

You may be an experienced tutor or teacher or have experience of working with children in a therapeutic way.
One of your aims will be:
· To support and re-engage a pupil in their learning
· Offer structure back into their daily routine
· Continue their educational development
· Return to school.

The tuition is replacing school for these young people and is normally part-time, taking place during school hours, five days a week. Prospero will work with you closely to monitor the progression with each pupil by asking you to submit weekly reports.

Contract/Position Details:
· Location: Various locations across Northumberland (we will keep you local)
· Position: SEND Specialist Tutor Type of work
· Contract Start date: 26/02/2024
· Duration: Until the pupil is able to reintegrate into a mainstream/special school
· End date (if applicable): N/A
· Contract type: Temporary Full-time/part-time. Part time (a minimum of 10 hours per week, per student)
· Minimum rate of pay: GBP25 – GBP30 per hour
· Hours: Working hours can differentiate, depending on the convenient timings of the family

Experience, Training and Qualifications of the SEND Specialist Tutor:
· QTS or equivalent
· Possess UK classroom teaching experience
· PECS/Makaton training preferred but not essential
· Be creative, patient and willing to think outside of the box
· Have experience working with challenging behaviour and disengaged pupils

To be eligible for this role, the potential SEND Specialist Tutor must:
· Hold the right to work in the UK
· Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
· Provide two professional child-related references.