SEN Tutor

Education Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a passionate SEN Tutor to provide one-on-one educational support to children and young people in Nottingham. The role involves delivering personalized sessions tailored to each learner's needs, working flexibly during term-time. Ideal candidates will have experience with special educational needs and a commitment to making a difference in students' lives. Compensation ranges from £25 to £35 per hour, along with additional benefits.

Benefits

Travel subsidy & £15 per day resource allowance

Access to counselling and wellbeing services

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and education.
• Minimum of 2 weekdays availability.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or 2:1 educational support.
• Deliver personalized sessions reflecting learners' needs.
• Engage with students with additional needs.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEND

Creative session delivery

Communication skills

Education

Qualified teacher or equivalent

Job description

SEN Tutor

Department: Recruitment - Midlands

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Compensation: £25.00 - £35.00 / hour

Description

Use Your Experience to Inspire the Next Generation

Whether you're starting your career in alternative education, returning after a break, or bringing years of special educational needs (SEN) experience into a new role—your knowledge, care and commitment can change a young person’s life.

We’re now recruiting for the 2025/2026 academic year and have flexible teaching opportunities across Nottingham, supporting children and young people who need 1:1 provision outside of mainstream school.

If you're passionate about teaching, supporting learners with SEND and want to make a meaningful difference—this could be the perfect fit for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing 1:1 or 2:1 educational support to children and young people in their homes or specialist settings in Nottingham.
• Delivering personalised, creative sessions that reflect each learner’s needs, interests and abilities.
• Sessions run during the school day (term time only) and typically last 3 to 5 hours.
• Working flexibly as part of a compassionate, expert-led team that values you, your skills and creative input.
• Engaging with students with additional and/or complex needs, helping them achieve outcomes at their pace.

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified teachers, tutors, teaching assistants, SEN specialists and education professionals with experience supporting children and young people.
• Those with a background in Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Post 16 teaching, or specialist SEND environments.
• Individuals who are semi-retired, changing career path, or seeking a more flexible role in education.
• Professionals with experience or interest in working with students with additional needs, including Autism, communication needs and learning difficulties.
• Individuals with a minimum of 2 consistent weekdays of availability.
• Those with up-to-date understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Familiarity with Makaton, PECS, or other communication strategies along with de-escalation and behaviour management training is desirable.

What you can expect from Fresh Start in Education

• £25–£35 per hour, depending on experience.
• Travel subsidy & £15 per day resource allowance.
• Free access to counselling and wellbeing services, pension options, and store discounts.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Dedicated line manager support and inclusion in a supportive, expert team.
• Bank staff role (PAYE), offering both short-term and long-term placements.