Secondary Tutor

Specialist SEND Group; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Specialist SEND Group is seeking a passionate Secondary Maths & English Tutor to deliver 1:1 tuition to secondary-aged learners with SEND in homes, libraries or community settings.

You will tailor lessons to individual needs, adapt planning for SEND, and monitor progress with regular feedback to learners and parents. DBS required; QTS/PGCE desirable; role involves independent home-based work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting learners with SEND.
• Strong knowledge of secondary Maths & English curriculum.
• Experience delivering personalised lessons and adapting plans.
• Ability to support disengaged learners from mainstream education.
• Excellent communication, patience and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently in home/community settings.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging 1:1 Maths and English tuition to secondary learners.
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet SEND needs and levels.
• Support learners with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and other needs.
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and confidence.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to different learning styles.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback on achievements.
• Create a safe, supportive learning environment.

Skills

Maths tutoring

English tutoring

SEND experience

1:1 tuition

Curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Education

QTS or PGCE

Job description

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Secondary Tutor

Specialist SEND Group is looking for a passionate and experienced Secondary Maths & English Tutor to deliver 1:1 tuition to secondary-aged learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Tuition will take place within students’ homes, local libraries or other suitable community settings.

We are looking for someone who is patient, adaptable and confident in tailoring their teaching approach to meet each learner’s individual needs, abilities and learning styles.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging 1:1 Maths and English tuition to secondary-aged learners.
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet individual SEND needs, abilities and learning levels.
• Support learners who may have additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners to encourage engagement and confidence.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to suit different learning styles.
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback on learners’ achievements.
• Create a safe, supportive and encouraging learning environment.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting or teaching learners with SEND.
• Strong knowledge of the secondary Maths and English curriculum.
• Experience delivering personalised lessons and adapting planning to individual needs.
• Ability to support learners who may be disengaged from mainstream education.
• Excellent communication, patience and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently within home and community settings.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or relevant teaching qualification.
• Previous experience delivering 1:1 tuition, alternative provision or EOTAS.
• Experience supporting learners with SEMH needs or emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA).

Why Join Specialist SEND Group?

At Specialist SEND Group, everything we do is SEND. We are passionate about providing personalised education that gives every learner the opportunity to succeed.

We offer flexible working opportunities, ongoing support from a dedicated consultant and the chance to make a genuine difference to young people’s education.

SEND – adapting to change & driving inclusion across the globe!

Job Location: Macclesfield SK10

Salary: £30.00 - £40.00 per hour

Application deadline: 2026-12-31

If a child cannot learn the way you teach, then teach the way they learn.