SEN Tutor (GCSE Physics)

Young Giants; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Young Giants in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking passionate tutors to deliver bespoke 1:1 tuition to learners with SEND, including Autism, ADHD and SEMH. Sessions run during the day at learners' homes or local community venues on fixed timetables.

You will use engaging approaches, build trust, and support each learner on their personal journey. Requirements include at least 2 years’ SEN teaching experience, safeguarding, Enhanced DBS, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience teaching SEN learners.
• Relevant and up-to-date curriculum and subject knowledge.
• The ability to combine mentoring and academics, building trust and supporting each learner on their personal journey.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and willingness to complete mandatory training.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to travel to learner locations.
• Dedication to making a long-term difference in learners' lives.
• Compassion, patience and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke 1:1 tuition sessions to learners with SEND (Autism, ADHD, SEMH).
• Use creative, engaging educational approaches tailored to each learner’s interests.
• Build positive relationships and foster confidence in learners.

Skills

SEN tutoring

Curriculum knowledge

Safeguarding

Enhanced DBS

Travel to learner locations

Job description

Newcastle, United Kingdom | Posted on 06/10/2026

Young Giants is a specialist AP tuition service, operating in term-time. We believe that every child, if given the right support, can thrive academically and reach their full potential. That's why we never refuse a referral, no matter how complex the case.

Our service is run by qualified teachers, who manage and maintain the high quality of every learner’s development programme. Our tutors are at the heart of the operation, delivering these programmes straight to learners. We work hard to create a supportive and collaborative working environment for our tutors, which we’re proud to say has led to exceptionally high staff retention rates.

The Role

You’ll use your relevant knowledge and experience to deliver bespoke 1:1 tuition sessions to our learners with SEND, including Autism, ADHD and SEMH.

Sessions will always take place during the day, according to fixed timetables, either in a learner’s home or local community venue.

More specifically, you will:

• Use creative, engaging educational approaches tailored to each learner’s interests.
• Build positive relationships and foster confidence in our learners.

Requirements

About You

We’re looking for passionate tutors with the following qualifications, experience and skills:

• At least 2 years of experience teaching SEN learners
• Relevant and up-to-date curriculum and subject knowledge
• The ability to combine mentoring and academics, building trust and supporting each learner on their personal journey
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and a willingness to complete any mandatory training necessary in this area
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to obtain)
• Ability to travel to learner locations
• Dedication to making a long-term difference in our learners’ lives
• Compassion, patience and resilience

What We Offer

• A rewarding role where your work will make a real difference to lives of children, young people and their families
• Competitive pay: £30 per hour
• Travel allowance: £7 per session
• Flexible, term-time work with the potential for full-time hours
• Daily access to QTS head office team