One-to-One Science Tutor (SEND) – Hereford

Quantum Scholars; Hereford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Scholars is seeking a patient, experienced Secondary Science SEND Tutor to provide personalised one-to-one educational support in Hereford. You will adapt your teaching style, pace and resources to meet individual learning needs, helping the learner build confidence and progress in Science and GCSE preparation.

The role is in-person, requiring a calm, structured learning environment and close collaboration with parents/carers to support SEND/SEMH learners effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong Science knowledge at secondary level.
• Experience teaching or tutoring Science.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• Experience providing one-to-one or personalised educational support.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual SEND needs.
• Desirable experience supporting learners with barriers to accessing mainstream education.
• Patient, calm, flexible and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with young people.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Providing personalised one-to-one Science tuition to a secondary-aged learner.
• Supporting the secondary Science curriculum and GCSE preparation where appropriate.
• Supporting Biology, Chemistry and Physics depending on the tutor's subject specialism.
• Identifying gaps in scientific knowledge and providing targeted support.
• Adapting lessons, resources, teaching methods and pace to meet individual needs.
• Breaking down complex scientific concepts into manageable and accessible steps.
• Supporting practical and theoretical aspects of Science where appropriate.
• Supporting a learner who may experience anxiety, school avoidance or disengagement.
• Monitoring progress and providing appropriate feedback.
• Building a positive and trusting relationship with the learner.
• Working collaboratively with parents/carers and other professionals involved in the learner's support.
• Maintaining professional boundaries and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Science subject knowledge

Experience tutoring Science

SEND/SEMH experience

One-to-one tutoring

Calm empathetic approach

Job description

Quantum Scholars is seeking a patient, experienced Secondary Science SEND Tutor to provide personalised one-to-one educational support in Hereford. You will adapt your teaching style, pace and resources to meet individual learning needs, helping the learner build confidence and progress in Science and GCSE preparation.

The role is in-person, requiring a calm, structured learning environment and close collaboration with parents/carers to support SEND/SEMH learners effectively.