SEN Tutor

Education Boutique; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational provider is seeking a tutor to support young learners with special educational needs in Coventry. The role involves tailoring sessions to meet individual needs using a trauma-informed approach and requires availability during weekday daytime hours. Candidates must be self-employed and have DBS registration. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment and make a significant impact on students' educational journeys.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexibility in working hours

Access to further training and community support

Qualifications

• Must be Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Availability during weekday daytime hours required.
• Self-employed status and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Tailor sessions to meet the needs of a learner with a complex profile.
• Use trauma-informed and pupil-led approaches to foster engagement.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with the student.

Skills

Trauma-informed teaching approach

Strong communication

Creative and flexible teaching style

Job description

To support a young learner with core subject tuition in the home.

Aim: Supporting young SEN learners in Coventry and the surrounding area

Location: In the learner's home

Frequency: 10 hours a week

Duration: Ongoing

About Education Boutique

Education Boutique is a leading provider of bespoke tuition and alternative provision, supporting learners with a wide range of additional needs. We specialise in delivering tailored, trauma-informed education to students who may not thrive in traditional classroom settings. Our tutors are experts in their fields and bring compassion, creativity, and flexibility to every learning journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Tailor sessions to meet the needs of a learner with a complex profile
• Use trauma-informed and pupil-led approaches to foster engagement and progress
• Build strong, supportive relationships with the student to encourage confidence and participation
• Track and report on progress, adapting plans as needed to ensure continued development

Essential Requirements

• Trauma-informed teaching approach
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• Self-employed status and right to work in the UK
• Availability during weekday daytime hours
• Reliable transport to attend in-person sessions.

Ideal Candidate

• Calm, adaptable, and empathetic approach
• Skilled in supporting learners outside of mainstream education
• Creative and flexible teaching style to meet individual needs
• Strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with Education Boutique and other professionals

Why Work with Education Boutique?

Join a supportive, forward-thinking team of education professionals making a difference to the lives of young people

Obtain day-time work across the country

Access work with schools and LAs not possible as a sole professional private tutor

Community and training (new for September 2025)

Safeguarding Statement

Education Boutique is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.