English Tutor / SpLD Adviser

Capita; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Flexible benefits

Gym onsite

Job summary

Capita, Selborne, Plymouth, is seeking an English Tutor / SpLD Adviser for a part‑time role (30 hours/week, Mon–Fri). The position requires SC level UK security clearance and involves teaching IGCSE and Functional Skills English, plus supporting neurodivergent learners throughout their learning journey.

The role also includes coordinating examinations, tutoring individuals, and liaising with teams for ND/SpLD assessments and concessions. Onsite parking and flexible benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Min of level 3 teaching qualification.
• Experience of teaching English language.
• Experience of working with neurodiverse pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver IGCSE, Functional Skills and Education for Promotion English tuition in classroom and remote settings.
• Coordinate and provide admin support to examinations.
• Provide tutoring support to individuals with English learning needs.
• Liaise with staff referring individuals for ND/SpLD assessment and support.
• Conduct screening for neurodiversity/SpLD traits and refer for further action if needed.
• Process and authorise ND/SpLD concessions for internal examinations.

Skills

Level 3 Teaching

English teaching

GCSE English

Neurodiverse pupils

Education

Level 3 Teaching qualification

GCSE English

Job description

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster. You will work a dual role that provides high quality and engaging IGCSE and Functional Skills English tuition alongside ensuring that neurodivergent (ND) learners and those with Specific Learning Differences (SpLDs) are fully supported throughout their learning journey and time in service.

This is a part-time role working 30 hours a week Monday to Friday

English Tutor / SpLD Adviser

Job Description

Part-time role, 30 hours a week (Monday – Friday)

Plymouth

Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering dynamic and engaging IGCSE, Functional Skills and Education for Promotion English tuition (or equivalents in devolved regions) – this will be classroom and remote teaching
• Coordinating and providing administrative support to examinations.
• Providing support, including as a personal tutor, as required to individuals with their English learning
• Liaising with personnel referring individuals for neurodiversity and SpLD assessment and support
• Conducting screening to identify typical neurodiversity/SpLD traits (Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Dyspraxia) and recommending any further action based on the results (including referrals to suitably qualified professionals and support organisations)
• Processing and authorising neurodiversity/SpLD concessions for internal examinations

What we’re looking for:

• Min of level 3 or equivalent in Teaching
• Experience of Teaching English language
• Minimum of level 3 in English (minimum of GCSE in English)
• Experience of working with neurodiverse pupils

Desirable

• Any experience of teaching functional skills would be desirable (Maths/English/IT)
• Any experience of teaching adults/further education would be highly desirable
• Ideally hold SpLD level 5 but this can be done as part of the role

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we’re modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What’s in it for you?

• A salary of up to £24,904 (100% FTE: £31,131)
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Further qualifications can be gained

Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318.

For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.

Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Time Type

Part time

Contract Type

Permanent