SEN Teacher

Targeted Provision; Chard; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is seeking SEN / SEND Tutors to support young people with Special Educational Needs in Somerset/Bristol. This role involves providing tailored tuition in core subjects and fostering engagement through holistic, trauma-informed approaches. Ideal candidates will have teaching qualifications and experience working with vulnerable learners, contributing to a mission of transforming educational support.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Occasional remote jobs

Extensive CPD opportunities

Dedicated support team

Community for sharing best practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years teaching experience.
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD.
• Knowledge of safeguarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND.
• Supporting young people in their educational and social-emotional journey.
• Planning and delivering engaging tutoring sessions.

Skills

Teaching

SEN / SEND knowledge

Holistic tutoring

Engagement strategies

Education

Professional Teaching Qualifications (QTS / QTLS)

Job description

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This range is provided by Targeted Provision. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Core subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEN / SEND Tutors for Young People with SEND, SEMH, and other Additional Educational Needs required in Somerset /Bristol.

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasing support for children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Somerset /Bristol.

At Targeted Provision, our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with various learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to increase engagement and improve their educational outlook.

What We Offer Our SEN / SEND Tutors

• Flexible part-time to full-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional remote jobs and online teaching assignments, work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite
• A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure successful placements for the young person and you
• Opportunity to join our tutor community for sharing best practice, resources, and tips
• A role within a child-centred company committed to transforming support for vulnerable young people

The SEN / SEND Tutor Role

• Providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• Supporting young people referred by local authorities and schools in their educational and social-emotional journey
• Delivering flexible, holistic, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

SEN / SEND Tutor Tasks and Responsibilities

• Planning each teaching, tutoring, and mentoring session
• Providing holistic and engaging sessions tailored to meet individual needs and support progress
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on progress

SEN / SEND Tutor Requirements

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other needs
• Knowledge of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (assistance available at cost)
• Two professional references
• Right to work in the UK, based in the UK, even for remote assignments

It is a strict requirement to promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people, following safeguarding policies at all times.

SEN / SEND Tutor Employment Status

• Engage as a Worker for short-term engagements
• Paid via PAYE, through a contract for service
• No set amount of work or expenses coverage
• Insurance covers your work for us
• This is not a self-employed position

Applying

We look forward to receiving your CV, highlighting your relevant skills and experience. Due to high application volume, responses may take up to two weeks. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, especially from minority, LGBTQIA+, disabled, refugee, migrant, and mental health communities, to apply, as diversity is integral to our mission.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously; all candidates must pass strict checks before consideration. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Relevant Job Titles / Experience

Roles with highly relevant experience include:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other relevant roles include Learning Support Assistant, Educational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist, Inclusion Coordinator. If you meet the requirements and are considering a career change, please consider applying.