SEN Outreach Tutor

Remedy Education; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Remedy Education is seeking an Outreach SEN Tutor to support students in Southend on Sea around 10–15 hours per week. You will work with students with SEN in schools or at home, delivering tailored one-to-one or small group sessions and developing individual learning plans.

You'll adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs, collaborate with SENCOs, teachers and parents, and monitor progress to optimize outcomes. A genuine passion for helping children thrive is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN students in outreach/tutoring roles.
• Knowledge of SEN categories (autism, dyslexia, ADHD, speech and language needs).
• Teaching qualification or SEN training is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, personalized tutoring to SEN students in schools or at home.
• Adapt teaching methods to diverse learning needs and keep students engaged.
• Collaborate with SENCOs, teachers and parents to track progress and adjust plans.
• Foster an inclusive, positive learning environment.
• Monitor and report progress to parents and professionals.
• Support development of social, emotional and academic skills.
• Encourage independent learning and student confidence.

Skills

SEN tutoring

Strong communication

Patience

Empathy

Proactive problem-solving

Passion for education

Teaching qualification desirable

Education

PGCE or QTS (preferred)

SEN training (SENDCO, SEN TA)

Job description

Outreach SEN Tutor - Southend - 10/15 hours a week per student.

Location: Southend on Sea - Essex

Position: Outreach Tutor (Special Educational Needs)

Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

We are a supportive and inclusive educational organisation dedicated to providing high-quality tutoring and learning support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Southend on Sea. Our mission is to ensure that every student, regardless of their challenges, has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Outreach Tutor to join our dynamic team and support SEN students in a variety of settings across Southend on Sea.

Role Overview

As an Outreach Tutor, you will work closely with students with SEN, offering tailored, one-to-one or small group support in both mainstream and special educational settings. You will create and implement individualised learning plans, using a range of teaching strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of students. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and helping them achieve their academic and personal goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, personalized tutoring to students with SEN, both in schools and at home.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit individual learning styles and needs, ensuring all students feel supported and engaged.
• Work closely with SENCOs, teachers, and parents to track student progress and adjust learning plans accordingly.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and encouraging learning environment.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback to parents and educational professionals.
• Help students develop their social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Promote independent learning and help students build confidence in their abilities.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally in an outreach or tutoring capacity.
• Knowledge of different SEN categories (e.g., autism, dyslexia, ADHD, speech and language needs).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and school staff.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to a wide range of learning needs.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving.
• A passion for education and helping children achieve their full potential.
• A teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS) or relevant SEN training (e.g., SENDCO, SEN TA experience) is desirable but not essential.