Outreach Tutor

Wirral Schools; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact North West Schools Ltd seeks an Outreach Tutor to deliver personalised educational support outside the traditional classroom. You will work mainly one-on-one and in small groups to assist learners facing barriers, including SEND and SEMH, building confidence and bridging learning gaps.

Ideal candidates hold QTS or an equivalent credential, can design tailored programmes in English, Maths and Functional Skills, possess an Enhanced DBS check, and have a valid driver’s license for local

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent credential preferred.
• Proven experience teaching or tutoring young people with additional needs (SEND) or disengaged backgrounds.
• Active Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for local travel.

Responsibilities

• Tailored Learning: design and deliver tutoring programmes in English, Maths and Functional Skills.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners to overcome barriers and foster resilience.
• Conduct initial assessments, track progress, and adapt learning plans accordingly.
• Apply innovative, real‑world teaching methods to make learning accessible and relevant.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns promptly.
• Maintain regular communication with parents, carers, social workers, local authorities and partner agencies.

Skills

QTS

Teaching experience

Enhanced DBS

Driver's license

Education

QTS or equivalent credential

Job description

• Employer: Wirral School
• Salary: £30.00 Per Hour
• Location: Impact Northwest Schools
• Contract: Contract
• Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time/Part Time
• DBS Check: Enhanced
• Closing Date: 30/10/2026 at 12:00
• Reference: SCH/26/343872

Fixed Term for 12 Months

Part Time/ Full Time

£30.00 Per Hour

Who We Are:

Impact North West Schools Ltd is a rapidly growing independent special school based in Birkenhead.

Our mission is to deliver excellent teaching through research-backed pedagogy, fostering a safe environment where high expectations and positive, trusting relationships ensure every child is known, resilient, and equipped with strong character.

We are proud to be:

• Rated "Good" by Ofsted
• Recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Inclusion Quality Mark
• Accredited with Silver status by Investors in People

These achievements reflect our commitment to high standards, innovation, and a positive culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

The Role - Outreach Tutor:

As an Outreach Tutor, you will deliver personalised, engaging educational support to learners outside the traditional classroom environment. Working primarily one-on-one and in small groups, you will support students facing barriers to education-including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs-helping them build confidence, bridge learning gaps, and rediscover a passion for learning.

Key Responsibilities - Outreach Tutor:

• Tailored Learning: Design and deliver individualised tutoring programmes in core subjects (English, Maths, Functional Skills) tailored to each student's needs and learning style.
• Student Engagement: Build positive, trusting relationships with learners to overcome educational barriers and foster resilience.
• Assessment & Progress: Conduct initial assessments, track ongoing progress, and adapt learning plans dynamically.
• Creative Curriculum: Adapt resources and apply innovative, real-world teaching methods to make learning accessible and relevant.
• Safeguarding: Adhering to safeguarding policies and reporting concerns promptly.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Maintain regular communication with parents, carers, social workers, local authorities, and partner agencies to provide holistic support.

What We Are Looking For - Outreach Tutor:

Qualifications & Experience:

• QTS, a relevant higher education degree, or a recognised teaching/tutoring credential (e.g., Level 3/4 Award in Education and Training) is preferred.
• Proven experience teaching, tutoring, or mentoring young people with additional needs or disengaged backgrounds.
• An active Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
• A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for local travel.

Core Competencies:

• Adaptability & Patience: Ability to pivot teaching strategies on the fly to meet varied learning speeds and behavioral needs.
• Communication: Outstanding interpersonal skills to build rapport quickly with students and multi-agency teams.
• Empathy & Resilience: A deep understanding of the emotional factors impacting a student's ability to engage.
• Organisation: Strong time-management skills to independently balance scheduling, travel, planning, and reporting.

Safer Recruitment Statement:

Impact North West Schools Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its school. INWS complies with the statutory legislative requirements and guidance that seeks to protect children including 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. In order to meet this, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. DBS Enhanced Checks, barred list checks and reference checks are required as part of our search & selection process.

Equal Opportunities:

INWS recognises the value of, and seeks to achieve, a diverse workforce which includes people from all backgrounds.

INWS takes positive steps to create an employment culture in which people feel confident of being treated with fairness, dignity and tolerance irrespective of their individual differences.

This commitment extends beyond the relationship between and conduct of employees and potential employees, to the whole community.

INWS is committed to the elimination of unlawful discrimination and to the promotion of good relations between all.