Mobile Academic & Engagement Tutor

Dorset Council; Moortown; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Extended Learning (part of Southern Education Trust) seeks an Academic & Engagement Tutor to plan, deliver, and adapt personalised 1:1 sessions in home or community settings across Poole, Bovington, Wareham, Dorchester, Blandford and Weymouth. You will balance academic learning with emotional engagement, helping learners regain confidence and progress in English and Maths.

You’ll collaborate with families, adapt strategies to remove barriers, monitor progress, and ensure safeguarding.

Qualifications

• QTS or strong tutoring/teaching experience.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND, SEMH or additional needs.
• A full UK driving licence, business use insurance and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver personalised 1:1 sessions balancing academic learning and emotional engagement.
• Support students to reconnect with education at their own pace and build confidence.
• Develop knowledge, understanding and interests through AQA Awards; progress in English and Maths (Functional Skills and GCSE).
• Transition students back into school, college or their next destination.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records; prioritise safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Skills

QTS or strong tutoring/teaching

Experience with SEND/SEMH

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Extended Learning (part of Southern Education Trust) seeks an Academic & Engagement Tutor to plan, deliver, and adapt personalised 1:1 sessions in home or community settings across Poole, Bovington, Wareham, Dorchester, Blandford and Weymouth. You will balance academic learning with emotional engagement, helping learners regain confidence and progress in English and Maths.

You’ll collaborate with families, adapt strategies to remove barriers, monitor progress, and ensure safeguarding.