Sen Specialist Tutor

Teaching Personnel; Chatham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking experienced SEN Tutors to provide tailored, one-to-one tuition for pupils with SEND in Luton and surrounding areas.

Role involves home visits, school or other settings, covering English, Maths, Science and Functional Skills. DBS enhanced check is required or willingness to obtain one; QTS/PGCE desirable.

Qualifications

• Two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional learning needs.
• Strong communication, lesson-planning and organisational skills.
• Patient, flexible and encouraging approach to teaching.
• Ability to adapt lessons to meet individual needs and manage behaviour positively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised one-to-one tuition based on each pupil's needs and targets.
• Support pupils with core subjects, including English, Maths, Science and Functional Skills.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to suit different learning styles and needs.
• Support pupils who may be out of mainstream education or with disrupted learning.
• Monitor progress, provide feedback and maintain learning records.
• Work with parents, carers, schools and other professionals to support pupil development.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote a safe learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

UK teaching experience

Communication skills

Lesson planning

Behaviour management

Patient and flexible

Education

QTS or PGCE (desirable)

Job description

SEN Tutor – Special Educational Needs | Luton

Location: Luton and surrounding areas
Job Type: Flexible, Temporary, with potential for permanent opportunities
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, during school hours
Pay: Competitive weekly pay

Make a Difference. Build Confidence. Unlock Potential.

Are you a passionate and patient educator who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

TP Tutors is looking for dedicated and experienced SEN Tutors in Luton to provide personalised, one-to-one tuition to pupils who need additional support with their education. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers and tutors who enjoy helping learners overcome barriers, develop essential skills and rediscover their confidence in learning.

You will work with pupils in their homes, schools and alternative education settings, delivering tailored lessons that meet their individual needs, abilities and learning goals.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised one-to-one tuition based on each pupil's individual learning needs and targets.
• Support pupils with core subjects, including English, Maths, Science and Functional Skills.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to suit different learning styles, abilities and communication needs.
• Support pupils who may be out of mainstream education, experiencing disrupted learning or struggling to engage in a traditional classroom environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, confidence and a love of learning.
• Monitor progress, provide feedback and maintain accurate records of learning outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools and other professionals to support each pupil's development.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote a safe, supportive learning environment.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from experienced SEN Tutors, qualified teachers, private tutors and educators with a strong background in supporting children and young people with additional needs.

Experience supporting pupils with the following needs would be particularly beneficial:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties
• Speech, language and communication needs
• Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Emotional, behavioural and additional learning needs

Essential Requirements

• At least two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional learning needs.
• Strong communication, lesson-planning and organisational skills.
• A patient, flexible and encouraging approach to teaching.
• Confidence in adapting lessons to meet individual needs and managing behaviour positively.
• Reliable transport or suitable travel arrangements for assignments across Luton and surrounding areas.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

QTS, a PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification is desirable but not essential.

What TP Tutors Offers

• Competitive weekly pay through our in-house payroll.
• Flexible tutoring assignments during school hours.
• Opportunities to make a genuine difference through one-to-one support.
• Dedicated guidance from a specialist education consultant.
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Access to a variety of local tuition placements.
• Temporary assignments with potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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