Mentor & SEN Tutor

TeacherActive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support company in Greater London is looking for SEN Tutors/Mentors to provide tailored one-to-one or small-group learning programmes for children and young people. The role involves delivering structured lessons for various subjects, creating engaging learning experiences, and mentoring students to develop confidence and life skills. Applicants should have at least two years of experience working with children with special educational needs and a current Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one. This position supports both academic and personal development.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience with SEND children in various settings.
• Current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and statutory training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured Maths and English sessions.
• Create engaging, learner-centred lessons.
• Support learners as a mentor for confidence and skills.
• Prepare young people for future pathways and independence.
• Assist learners with various SEND needs.
• Follow timetables and lesson schedules.

Skills

Commitment to helping learners

Teacher or mentoring experience with SEND

Empathetic approach

Flexibility to travel

Job description

Overview

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Tutors/Mentors to support children and young people through personalised, one-to-one or small-group learning programmes. Delivered tailored education packages designed to re‑engage learners and support both academic progress and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured Maths and English sessions from KS1 to KS3, alongside additional subjects aligned with your expertise.
• Create engaging, learner‑centred lessons using a range of strategies and activities linked to students’ interests.
• Support learners beyond academics, acting as a positive mentor to develop confidence, independence and life skills.
• Assist young people in preparing for future pathways, including further education, employability and adulthood.
• Confidently support learners with a range of SEND, including ASD/ASC, ADHD and SEMH.
• Follow agreed timetables and lesson schedules to provide consistency and routine for learners.

What You Bring / Essential Qualifications

• A strong commitment to helping learners re‑engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.
• Reliability and professionalism in delivering sessions consistently within fixed‑term schedules.
• A patient, empathetic approach, recognising the complex journeys many learners have experienced.
• At least two years experience teaching or mentoring children and young people with SEND in schools, alternative provision, youth work, or private settings.
• A current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to maintaining statutory training.
• Flexibility to travel to assigned locations as required.

Application Process

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. If you have any questions or would like to apply, please contact us by phone or email (contact details omitted).

Equal Opportunities

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.