SEMH Tutor

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a part-time SEMH Tutor in Newcastle to design personalized lessons that support pupils' academic and emotional development. This role involves engaging with students on a transitional pathway back to education, providing structure, and boosting their confidence. Ideal candidates should hold appropriate teaching qualifications and experience in supporting young people with complex SEN. Competitive pay rate of £25-30 per hour for 10-15 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Must hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Need an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate (or be willing to apply).
• Provide two professional child-related references covering the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver tailored lessons to support learning.
• Provide structure and encourage engagement for pupils.
• Monitor progress and ensure effective learning outcomes.

Skills

Support for young people with complex SEN

Lesson designing and delivering

Encouraging engagement

Education

QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent

Up-to-date Safeguarding training

Personal care experience

Job description

SEMH Tutor

As an SEMH Tutor, you will design and deliver tailored lessons that bridge gaps in learning, boost confidence, and help pupils re‑engage with education. This role is ideal for an experienced educator who wants to move away from the traditional classroom setting and provide personalised, impactful learning experiences.

Many of these pupils have been out of education for an extended period and may be awaiting a school placement. Your role will be to provide structure, encourage engagement, and support their academic and emotional development during this transitional period. Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor progress and ensure effective learning outcomes for each pupil.

Contract / Position Details

• Location – Newcastle
• Position – SEMH Tutor
• Start date – ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration – Dependent on individual student needs
• Full time/part time – Part‑time (10–15 hours per week)
• Minimum rate of pay – GBP 25–30 per hour
• Hours – Minimum 1 hour per session, maximum 3 hours per session

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYFS or equivalent
• Previous experience supporting young people with complex SEN
• Minimum 6 months experience working in a UK school
• Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training (desirable but not essential)
• Personal care experience (desirable but not essential)

To be eligible for this role through Prospero Teaching, you must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child‑related references covering the last two years

Other

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up‑to‑date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching.