Primary SEN Tutor

Remedy Education; Kettering; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Remedy Tutors is seeking a passionate Primary SEN Tutor to deliver personalised 1:1 tuition for primary-aged pupils across homes, schools and community settings. You will support learners with SEND including autism, ADHD, dyslexia and speech-language needs, tailoring English, maths and early literacy to each child’s goals.

The role requires QTS/PGCE or equivalent, strong classroom knowledge, and a commitment to safeguarding while fostering confidence and progress in every learner.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with primary-aged children with SEND/SEN.
• Experience delivering 1:1 tuition, interventions or personalised classroom support.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum, particularly English, maths and phonics.
• A recognised teaching or tutoring qualification, such as QTS, PGCE/PGDE or another relevant certification.
• A good understanding of different SEN needs and effective primary teaching strategies.
• The ability to make learning engaging, accessible and age appropriate.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills.
• A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
• An Enhanced DBS or willingness to complete the required process.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised 1:1 tuition for primary-aged pupils.
• Support children with needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, speech and language needs, SEMH and other learning difficulties.
• Teach across the primary curriculum, with a particular focus on English, maths, and early learning skills.
• Assess each child's learning needs and establish appropriate objectives.
• Plan and deliver structured, differentiated lessons aligned with individual learning plans and, where appropriate, the National Curriculum.
• Adapt teaching approaches, resources and strategies to suit each child's age, developmental stage and needs.
• Build positive relationships and develop pupils' confidence, independence and motivation.
• Monitor progress and provide clear reports on learning and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow appropriate safeguarding and SEND procedures.

Skills

1:1 tutoring

SEND experience

Primary curriculum knowledge

QTS/PGCE/PGDE cert

SEN needs understanding

Communication skills

Time management

Safeguarding commitment

Enhanced DBS

Education

Teaching qualification (QTS/PGCE/PGDE)

Job description

Primary SEN Tutor

Flexible Locations - Flexible Hours - Make a Real Difference

Make a meaningful impact through personalised primary education.

Remedy Tutors are looking for passionate and experienced Primary SEN Tutors, Specialist Tutors and 1:1 Tutors to support primary-aged children with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

You’ll provide tailored 1:1 tuition across the primary curriculum, helping pupils build confidence, overcome barriers to learning and make meaningful progress towards their individual goals.

Sessions may take place in pupils’ homes, primary schools or community settings, offering flexibility and the opportunity to create a learning environment that works for each child.

The Role

• Deliver engaging, personalised 1:1 tuition for primary-aged pupils.
• Support children with needs including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, speech and language needs, SEMH and other learning difficulties.
• Teach across the primary curriculum, with a particular focus on English, maths, and early learning skills.
• Assess each child's learning needs and establish appropriate objectives.
• Plan and deliver structured, differentiated lessons aligned with individual learning plans and, where appropriate, the National Curriculum.
• Adapt teaching approaches, resources and strategies to suit each child's age, developmental stage and needs.
• Build positive relationships and develop pupils' confidence, independence and motivation.
• Monitor progress and provide clear reports on learning and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow appropriate safeguarding and SEND procedures.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience working with primary-aged children with SEND/SEN.
• Experience delivering 1:1 tuition, interventions or personalised classroom support.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum, particularly English, maths and phonics.
• A recognised teaching or tutoring qualification, such as QTS, PGCE/PGDE or another relevant certification.
• A good understanding of different SEN needs and effective primary teaching strategies.
• The ability to make learning engaging, accessible and age appropriate.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills.
• A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.
• An Enhanced DBS or willingness to complete the required process.

Specialist experience welcome

• Experience working in primary SEN schools, specialist provisions or primary resource bases.
• Specialist SEN/SEND qualifications.
• Level 3, Level 4 or Level 5 education or SEN qualifications.
• Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) qualifications.
• Training or experience in phonics, early literacy, numeracy or communication-based interventions.
• Experience supporting children with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD, autism, speech and language needs or SEMH.
• Experience using visual timetables, sensory resources, Makaton, PECS or other communication strategies.
• Experience delivering intervention programmes or personalised learning plans.
• Experience supporting pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Experience supporting children who are disengaged from mainstream education or accessing alternative provision.

Why work with Remedy?

Flexible primary tutoring opportunities to suit your availability.

Meaningful 1:1 teaching environments.

Opportunities to work across homes, primary schools and community settings.

Support from a dedicated education recruitment team.

Opportunities to develop your primary SEN and specialist teaching experience.

Work with children who have a wide range of additional needs.

Competitive rates of pay based on experience, qualifications, location and assignment.

Ongoing opportunities through a specialist education recruitment agency.

Competitive Rates

Rates vary depending on location, experience, qualifications, specialist SEN expertise and the individual assignment.

As a guide, specialist primary SEN and 1:1 tutoring roles may attract higher rates depending on the complexity and level of support required.

Indicative rate: starting from approximately £23.79 per hour.

Rates are indicative only. The actual rate offered by Remedy Tutors may vary according to the assignment, pupil requirements, location, qualifications and experience.