SEN/SEND Tutor in Somerset

Lexia Education Services Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career progression

Professional guidance

Flexible tutoring roles

Community impact

CPD training

Job summary

Lexia Education Services Ltd in Somerset is seeking dedicated SEN/SEND tutors for full-time, part-time, and hybrid roles across Taunton, Yeovil, Bridgwater, Weston-super-Mare, Frome and surrounding areas. Earn £30–£36 per hour delivering bespoke one-to-one tutoring to students with SEN and SEMH needs, helping them access education and achieve positive outcomes.

Ideally you hold QTS and have 3+ years of teaching or support experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• At least 3 years of teaching or student support experience.
• Experience with SEN/SEND learners is ideal but not essential.
• Strong communication with students, families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist SEN/SEND tutoring and create personalised support plans.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to support learners.
• Monitor progress and report on targets and development.
• Deliver flexible, local tutoring roles and adapt to needs.

Skills

SEN tutoring

Communication

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

3+ years teaching experience

Job description

SEN / SEND Tutor Jobs – Somerset

£30–£36 per hour | Full-time & Part-time Roles | Community Impact

We’re recruiting across Somerset and surrounding areas, including:Taunton | Yeovil | Bridgwater | Weston-super-Mare | Frome | and more

Hiring is ongoing and multiple positions are available - if your application is successful, we will contact you within 2 working days.

Are you looking for rewarding SEN / SEND tutor jobs in Somerset? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Lexia Education Services are seeking dedicated, specialist tutors to support vulnerable students struggling to access education. Through bespoke one-to-one tutoring we aim to provide positive community impact for children across Somerset.

Your Role as an SEN / SEND Tutor in Somerset

• Specialist Tuition – Offering creative child-centered interventions, collaborating and working towards a personalised package of academic, interest-based and mentor focused support for learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH).
• Creative Interventions – Use flexible strategies to improve engagement, build confidence, and develop social and emotional skills.
• Multi-Agency Working – Collaborate and communicate with families, professionals and the wider team, to promote the best interests of the child.
• Monitoring Progress – Record and report tangible examples of the students work, targets, and development throughout the provision.

What We Offer Our SEN / SENDTutors

• Competitive Salary – £30–£36 per hour for your high-quality SEN / SEND tuition in Somerset.
• Career Progression - Expand your skills, refine your tutoring techniques and open doors to new career opportunities in the education sector.
• Professional Guidance -Stay connected and feel supported in your role, with help from Lexia’s pro-active internal team.
• Flexible Tutoring Roles – We prioritise and adapt to your preferences and availability, providing local full-time, part-time and hybrid roles.
• Community Intervention -Make a positive impact to children and families within your local community.
• Professional Development – Access annual CPD training, enhancing your skills and knowledge.

SEN / SEND Tutor Job Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – A recognised teaching qualification is required.
• Experience – At least 3 years of teaching/student support experience - experience working with SEN, SEMH learners is ideal but not essential.
• Commitment - A genuine passion and dedication to supporting vulnerable children and young people in need of your support.
• Communication Skills – Strong ability to engage effectively with students, families, and professionals.

Why Work with Lexia Education Services?

• Community Impact – Help shape the students’ academic and personal growth, leaving a lasting and positive impact on their futures.
• Trusted Network – Work with an award-winning organisation recognised by schools and local authorities across Somerset.
• Community - Work within a collaborative, and supportive community that cares about the well‑being and development of both staff and students.

Tutor Feedback

“I've been a tutor at Lexia for over a year, and I've truly appreciated the supportive staff, which makes it a fantastic company to work for. The flexibility to choose my hours has significantly improved my work/life balance. I highly recommend Lexia to anyone seeking a positive and fulfilling work experience!”

— Eloise, SEN / SEND Tutor at Lexia Education Services

Relevant Experience

Those coming from a teaching background may have previously worked in roles such as:

• SENDCo or Inclusion Lead
• Teacher supporting students with SLD, MLD, or complex needs
• Autism / ADHD Specialist Teacher
• Intervention Tutor
• Classroom Teacher looking to transition into a more targeted support role