Outreach SEN Tutor

Remedy Education; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Education seeks an empathetic Outreach SEN Tutor to support learners in Thurrock and surrounding areas. You will deliver tailored one-to-one or small group sessions within schools or at home, tailoring plans to individual SEN needs.

Candidates with SEN experience and a teaching qualification are encouraged, with salary competitive and experience-dependent. This role offers flexibility across 10–15 hours per week per student and a supportive, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with students with SEN
• Experience in outreach or tutoring is preferred
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to individual needs
• Strong communication with students, parents and school staff
• Patience, empathy and commitment to student progress

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality tutoring to SEN students in schools or at home
• Adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles
• Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers and parents to track progress
• Create and adjust learning plans for each student
• Foster an inclusive and encouraging learning environment
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to families and professionals
• Support social, emotional, and academic development

Skills

SEN experience

Outreach tutoring

Communication skills

Patience & empathy

Adaptability

Education

PGCE or QTS

SEN training (SENDCO/SEN TA)

Job description

Outreach SEN Tutor - Thurrock London - 10/15 hours a week per student.

Location: Thurrock Essex

Position: Outreach Tutor (Special Educational Needs)

Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

We are a supportive and inclusive educational organisation dedicated to providing high-quality tutoring and learning support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Thurrock Essex. Our mission is to ensure that every student, regardless of their challenges, has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Outreach Tutor to join our dynamic team and support SEN students in a variety of settings across Thurrock.

Role Overview:

As an Outreach Tutor, you will work closely with students with SEN, offering tailored, one-to-one or small group support in both mainstream and special educational settings. You will create and implement individualised learning plans, using a range of teaching strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of students. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and helping them achieve their academic and personal goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, personalized tutoring to students with SEN, both in schools and at home.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit individual learning styles and needs, ensuring all students feel supported and engaged.
• Work closely with SENCOs, teachers, and parents to track student progress and adjust learning plans accordingly.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and encouraging learning environment.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback to parents and educational professionals.
• Help students develop their social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Promote independent learning and help students build confidence in their abilities.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally in an outreach or tutoring capacity.
• Knowledge of different SEN categories (e.g., autism, dyslexia, ADHD, speech and language needs).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and school staff.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to a wide range of learning needs.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
• A passion for education and helping children achieve their full potential.
• A teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS) or relevant SEN training (e.g., SENDCO, SEN TA experience) is desirable but not essential.