SEN/SEMH Tutor

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced SEMH/SEN Tutor to deliver targeted, in-person maths tutoring to Key Stage 3 and 4 students in Bishop Auckland and surrounding areas. The role focuses on learners not in full-time school due to SEN and SEMH needs, requiring patience and adaptive teaching to build engagement and confidence.

Ideal candidates have prior experience supporting young people with SEMH or SEND, hold the right to work in the UK, a valid enhanced DBS, and have two professional

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH or SEND needs (ideal for tutors with PRU or alternative provision backgrounds).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child workforce DBS certificate (on the update service or willing to apply).
• Two professional references covering the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 SEN/SEMH tutoring sessions.
• Plan and adapt lessons to bridge learning gaps and build core Maths.
• Help to engage the student and assist with regulating their emotions in a positive way during the sessions.
• Create a calm, safe, and encouraging learning environment.
• Monitor and record progress, attendance, and engagement.
• Provide regular feedback to parents, carers, and the Prospero Teaching team.

Skills

SEMH

SEN

Maths tutoring

1:1 tutoring

Engagement

Tools

DBS check

Job description

Tutor - SEMH/SEN

Bishop Auckland

6 - 15 Hours per week - In Person

Maths (Engagement focused)

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced SEMH/SEN Tutors to deliver targeted one-to-one and small group support to Key Stage 3 and 4 students in the Bishop Auckland area.

The learners are currently not attending full-time school due to Special Educational needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

About the Role

We are currently seeking specialist Maths Tutors in the Bishop Auckland area to support students who are not currently accessing mainstream education or who require additional support to engage with learning.

Many of the students we work with have a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs, and difficulties with emotional regulation, social interaction, cognitive flexibility, and anxiety. These challenges can impact their confidence, engagement, and progress within education.

We are looking for patient, adaptable, and empathetic tutors who can deliver engaging 1:1 Maths tuition while creating a safe and supportive learning environment. Successful tutors will be able to build positive relationships with students, tailor lessons to individual needs, and support learners in developing both their academic skills and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 SEN/SEMH tutoring session
• Plan and adapt lessons to bridge learning gaps and build core Maths.
• Help to engage the student and assist with regulating their emotions in a positive way during the sessions.
• Create a calm, safe, and encouraging learning environment.
• Monitor and record progress, attendance, and engagement.
• Provide regular feedback to parents, carers, and the Prospero Teaching team.

Role Details

• Pay rate: up to 30 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Start date: ASAP
• Location: Consett
• Access to Prospero's Resource Hub and CPD-accredited training opportunities

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH or SEND needs (ideal for tutors with PRU or alternative provision backgrounds).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child workforce DBS certificate (on the update service or willing to apply).
• Two professional references covering the last two years.