SEN and Autism tutor

Bright Heart Education Ltd; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established tutoring agency located in the UK is urgently seeking in-person tutors with experience in supporting students with special educational needs (SEN). Ideal candidates will offer tutoring during the day and have a passion for teaching. The agency provides a competitive pay structure, flexible working hours, ongoing training, and various client types. Applicants must demonstrate relevant experience, hold an Enhanced DBS certificate, and have a right to work in the UK. A cover letter with your tuition experience is preferred for application.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Incentive scheme

Travel allowance for tutoring

Ongoing support from education consultants

Free annual training workshops

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of relevant tutoring and/or teaching experience in the UK.
• Right to work in the UK & current Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Strong subject knowledge in tuition subjects.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one tutoring in students' homes or small groups in schools.
• Tailor lessons to meet the needs of individual students.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Ability to provide engaging lessons

Empathy and patience

Professionalism

Education

University qualification or studying towards one

A-levels

Job description

About

Bright Heart is an award‑winning London‑based tuition agency. We won the Tuition Business of the Year award in the 2022 National Tutoring Awards and were runners‑up in 2023 and 2024. We were also an accredited Tuition Partner for the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) which ended in August 2024. Our nurturing, heart‑based approach – the "Bright Heart Approach" – meets the whole person from their unique perspective, building trust, self‑esteem and self‑belief before strengthening academic abilities.

Role

We urgently seek London and Surrey‑based, in‑person tutors with SEN / ASC experience and good availability. Applicants must be able to offer many hours of tutoring, including during the daytime. Students typically receive one‑to‑one tuition in their homes with a parent or guardian present, or in small groups (up to 1:6) at school through the NTP.

Key Qualities

• Passion for teaching their subjects of expertise
• Ability to provide engaging and informative lessons that motivate students
• Ability to create bespoke lessons tailored to each student’s needs
• Caring, patient and empathetic
• Professional and diligent with a strong commitment to safeguarding

Main Areas Served (in‑person)

• South West London (Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton and Wandsworth)
• South London (Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, Southwark, Greenwich)
• Central London (Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster)
• West London (Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham and Hounslow)
• North West London
• Barking
• Surrey (Epsom & Ewell)

Why Work with Bright Heart?

• Specialist SEN tutoring agency
• Recognised at the National Tutoring Awards (2024/23/22) and Nasen (2021/20)
• Self‑employed, part‑time tutor – freedom to choose assignments and hours
• Competitive rates, incentive scheme and travel allowance for in‑person tutoring
• Diverse client base – parents, councils and schools, offering day‑time and after‑school tutoring options
• Respectful working environment for tutors
• Ongoing support from qualified education consultants
• Ongoing training, including CPD via TES Develop
• Free annual Nasen training workshop and social events
• Tutor of the Month award (£150)

Key Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK & current Enhanced DBS certificate (including children’s barred list). We can apply on your behalf if not held.
• At least 12 months of relevant tutoring and/or teaching experience in the UK
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Strong subject knowledge in tuition subject(s)
• University qualification or studying towards one, and A‑levels
• Passion for teaching and their tuition subject(s)
• SEN tuition/teaching experience and passion for working with students with SEN
• 2 relevant professional references & a parent reference. Overseas‑living/working overseas in the last 5 years will need police certificate & overseas checks.

Application Process

Please attach your CV and include a cover letter outlining your tuition experience, SEN experience and motivation, as well as tutoring availability, subjects and types of students you would like to tutor. Applications with a cover letter will be given strong preference.

We will contact you for a brief screening call, followed by an application form, pre‑interview questionnaire/checks, an online interview with a director, contracting and an in‑person meeting.

Safeguarding & Safer Recruitment

Bright Heart has a moral and legal obligation to treat young people and vulnerable adults with the highest standard of care. Our recruitment and selection procedures follow an equal opportunities policy. Successful candidates will sign our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, complete safeguarding induction and annual refresher training.