SEMH Tutor - B12

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEMH Tutor to support young individuals facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives through personalized teaching and emotional support. The ideal candidate will possess strong subject knowledge and a nurturing approach, ensuring that each pupil receives the guidance they need to thrive in an educational setting. Join a supportive and inclusive environment that values flexibility and ongoing professional development, and help shape the future of young learners in Birmingham.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Ongoing CPD and training

Supportive working environment

Opportunities to make an impact

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with SEMH or SEN.
• Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised 1:1 or small-group sessions.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils displaying challenging behaviour.

Skills

Experience with SEMH or SEN

Strong subject knowledge in core curriculum

Nurturing and patient approach

Understanding of safeguarding

Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS)

Level 4-6 qualification in educational setting

Education

Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS)

Level 4-6 qualification in educational setting

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Job description

Job Title: SEMH Tutor

Location: B12 Area, Birmingham

Salary: £25- £38.25 per hour

Contract Type: Flexible Hours (Term-time only available)

Start Date: ASAP or September 2025

About the Role

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people who face social, emotional and mental health challenges?

We are seeking a committed and compassionate Tutor to work with pupils with SEMH needs in the B12 area of Birmingham. This is a rewarding opportunity to support learners who may not thrive in mainstream education, helping them rebuild confidence, achieve academic goals, and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver engaging, personalised 1:1 or small-group sessions across core subjects (English, Maths, Science).
2. Adapt teaching approaches to meet the individual needs, emotional regulation levels, and learning styles of each pupil.
3. Build trusting relationships with pupils who may display challenging behaviour or have experienced trauma.
4. Collaborate with SENCOs, teaching staff, and external professionals to track progress and support wider development.
5. Promote emotional wellbeing, resilience, and a positive attitude to learning.

Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children and young people with SEMH or SEN.
• Strong subject knowledge in core curriculum areas.
• A nurturing, patient, and flexible approach to teaching.
• Understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour management.
• Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS) or relevant tutoring/mentoring experience.
• If not QTS, then a Level 4-6 qualification in an educational setting is imperative.

What We Offer

• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle.
• Ongoing CPD and training in SEMH strategies and trauma-informed practice.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities to make a genuine impact on a young person's life.