Engage Tutor

Keys; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 0-hour contracts

Competitive pay £15-£30/hr

Minimum 2 days/week"

Independent rewarding work

Job summary

Keys Children is seeking Engage Tutors to deliver targeted one-to-one support to vulnerable young people, helping them build resilience, reduce risk, and re-engage with education in Colchester and nearby areas in community and school settings. You will work to create safe, supportive learning environments.

You will need GCSE English and Maths; safeguarding knowledge; Enhanced DBS; a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle; and the ability to work flexibly on 0-hour or self-employed

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) required.
• Experience supporting vulnerable young people.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Knowledge of SEND and trauma-informed practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one interventions in community and educational settings.
• Help young people develop confidence, resilience, and positive behaviours.
• Cover topics such as healthy relationships, online safety, and exploitation awareness.
• Build strong relationships with young people and families.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive decision-making.
• Complete professional reports and maintain accurate records.
• Support re-engagement with education.
• Travel locally to deliver sessions and interventions.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Resilience

Independent work

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Vehicle access

Job description

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£15-£30 per hour, dependent on qualifications & experience

Working Hours:

Minimum 12 Hours (4 sessions)

Location:

Job Category:

Education

Region:

Business Area:

Education

Package Description

Job role: Engage Tutor

Pay: £15 - £30 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience

Hours: Flexible 0-Hour Employed or Self-Employed contracts available

Driving: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle required

We're looking for Engage Tutors to deliver targeted one-to-one support to vulnerable young people, helping them build resilience, reduce risk, make safer decisions, and successfully re-engage with education. Successful applicants will have experience working with vulnerable children and young people, including those at risk of exploitation, criminal involvement, or educational disengagement.

Benefits of the Role

• Flexible 0-Hour Employed or Self-Employedworking arrangements
• Competitive pay of £15-£30 per hour
• Minimum commitment of 2 days per week
• Independent, rewarding work with young people

What Makes Us Different

Our Engage Programme focuses on building trusted relationships that help young people feel safe, supported, and empowered to make positive life choices.

Working alongside schools, local authorities, families, and partner agencies, we deliver targeted interventions that improve wellbeing, reduce risk, and support successful engagement with education.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one interventions in community and educational settings
• Support young people to develop confidence, resilience, and positive behaviours
• Deliver sessions covering topics such as healthy relationships, online safety, and exploitation awareness
• Build strong relationships with young people and their families
• Promote emotional regulation and positive decision-making
• Complete professional reports and maintain accurate records
• Support young people to re-engage with education
• Travel locally to deliver sessions and interventions

Who We Help

You’ll work with young people who may be:

• At risk of exploitation or criminal involvement
• Disengaged from education
• Vulnerable to unsafe relationships or environments
• Involved with, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system
• Experiencing emotional, behavioural , or social challenges

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting young people at risk of exploitation, criminal involvement, or educational disengagement.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Knowledge of SEND, trauma-informed practice, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle.
• Business‑use vehicle insurance, breakdown cover, and permission from your insurer to transport young people where required.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) and suitable references.

We have cases available in:

• Colchester
• Clacton-on-Sea
• Braintree
• Halstead
• Frinton-on-Sea

We Welcome Applications From

• Youth Workers
• Youth Justice and Criminal Justice Professionals
• Family Support Workers
• SEND Professionals

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and employment verification.