One-to-One SEND English Tutor (Secondary, In-Person)

Quantum Scholars; Minehead; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Scholars seeks a patient and experienced SEND English Tutor for in-person one-to-one tuition in Minehead. You will tailor lessons to a secondary pupil's needs, supporting literacy, reading comprehension and written expression across the English curriculum.

Experience with SEND/SEMH and anxiety is highly desirable. You will foster a calm, engaging learning environment, adapt pace and resources, and liaise with carers and specialists as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Strong English subject knowledge at secondary level.
• Experience teaching or tutoring secondary English.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND and/or SEMH.
• Experience providing one-to-one or personalised educational support desirable.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.
• Experience supporting learners who face barriers to mainstream education desirable.
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour desirable.
• A patient, calm, flexible and empathetic approach.
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Confidence supporting anxious or disengaged learners.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable and consistent approach to work.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• An enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Providing personalised one-to-one English tuition tailored to the learner's needs and abilities.
• Supporting learning across the secondary English curriculum, including Language and Literature where appropriate.
• Developing reading comprehension, writing, spelling, punctuation, grammar and vocabulary skills.
• Helping the learner analyse texts, develop ideas and express themselves clearly in writing.
• Identifying gaps in English knowledge and providing targeted support.
• Breaking down complex tasks into clear, manageable steps.
• Adapting teaching methods, resources and pace to suit individual learning styles.
• Supporting GCSE English preparation, revision and exam technique where appropriate.
• Using engaging texts and activities to encourage participation.
• Supporting learners with SEMH needs, anxiety, disengagement or challenging behaviour.
• Using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation when required.
• Creating a calm, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to parents/carers and other professionals involved.
• Building a positive and trusting relationship with the learner.

Skills

Secondary English

SEND/SEMH experience

One-to-one tutoring

Adaptability

Job description

Quantum Scholars seeks a patient and experienced SEND English Tutor for in-person one-to-one tuition in Minehead. You will tailor lessons to a secondary pupil's needs, supporting literacy, reading comprehension and written expression across the English curriculum.

Experience with SEND/SEMH and anxiety is highly desirable. You will foster a calm, engaging learning environment, adapt pace and resources, and liaise with carers and specialists as appropriate.