SEN Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced SEN Tutor to provide personalised 1:1 tuition across the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area. You will work with learners who require additional educational support due to SEND, anxiety, or EHCPs, using a flexible, relationship-based approach to build confidence and engagement.

The role emphasizes tailoring learning to individual needs and collaborating with Local Authorities to support progress and inclusion for each student.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting (tutoring, teaching, TA, mentoring or similar).
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 tuition to learners in the BCP area.
• Support learners with SEND and EHCPs to enable progress.
• Build confidence, engagement and long-term progress through flexible approaches.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs and backgrounds.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 tutoring

Communication

Patience & resilience

DBS Update Service

Job description

SEN Tutor

Provide Personalised Support That Changes Lives

We're looking for an experienced and compassionate SEN Tutor to support children and young people across the BCP area through tailored 1:1 tuition.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll support learners who require alternative educational provision due to SEND, anxiety, school avoidance, EHCPs, or other barriers to education. Many of the students we work with benefit from a flexible, relationship-based approach that focuses on building confidence, encouraging engagement, and supporting long-term progress.

This role is ideal for tutors who understand that every learner is different and are committed to adapting their approach to meet individual needs.

Location: BCP

Start Date: September

Hours: Flexible

Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour

Type: 1:1 Tuition

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, teaching assistant, learning support, mentoring, or similar roles
• Experience supporting children and young people with SEND
• Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally across the BCP area

Who You'll Support

You'll work with learners who may have:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• ADHD
• Anxiety and school avoidance
• EHCPs and additional educational needs
• Experiences of trauma or disrupted educationA trauma-informed approach is highly valued, with an emphasis on creating safe, consistent learning environments that help students develop trust, confidence, and positive engagement with education.