SEN Tutor

Teaching Personnel; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization is seeking a dedicated SEN Tutor in Abingdon to support primary-age students with special educational needs. The role involves delivering personalized learning sessions and building strong relationships with students. Ideal candidates should possess QTS or equivalent experience and have a demonstrated ability in adapting learning strategies for various SEN needs. Competitive pay and flexible working arrangements are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• QTS or at least 3 years of tutoring experience required.
• Experience working with various SEN needs.
• Ability to plan individualized learning programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized learning sessions in various settings.
• Build trusting relationships with students.
• Assess learners’ needs and plan tailored educational strategies.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Experience with ADHD

Experience with dyslexia

Strong communication skills

Ability to assess learning needs

Education

QTS or a minimum of 3 years’ tutoring experience

Job description

EN Tutor – Abingdon & South Oxfordshire
Hourly Rate: £20–£30
Locations: Abingdon, Didcot, Wantage, Wallingford, and surrounding areas

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Tutor to join our team, supporting primary-age students with a range of special educational needs.

About the Role

You will work with students on a 1:1 basis, delivering personalised learning sessions that take place in the student’s home, a local venue, or their school. Your role will involve building strong, trusting relationships, assessing learners’ needs, and planning tailored schemes of work to help them progress academically, socially, and emotionally.

Essential Requirements

• QTS or a minimum of 3 years’ tutoring experience
• Experience working with students with a variety of SEN needs, including ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences
• Ability to assess learning needs and plan structured, individualised programmes
• Patient, adaptable, and confident in supporting students who may require additional encouragement or behaviour‑support strategies
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach with families and schools
• Willingness to travel within Abingdon and across South Oxfordshire

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive pay (£20–£30 per hour)
• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives
• Supportive team and ongoing professional development opportunities

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. 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.