SEN Tutor. Job in Ferndown Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for passionate Tutors in Ferndown. This role involves supporting young people with additional needs, delivering personalised sessions, and mentoring. Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in UK schools and a commitment to inclusive education. The position offers flexibility with hours and varied commitments, ideal for dedicated education professionals.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in UK schools.
• Experience working with learners with additional needs.
• Possess up-to-date Safeguarding Training or willingness to undertake it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised sessions tailored to learner's needs.
• Provide consistent and supportive mentoring.
• Develop and implement a Personalised Communication Plan.

Skills

Experience in tutoring

Working with learners with additional needs

Commitment to inclusive education

Job description

Prospero Teaching are excited to share that multiple tutoring opportunities have become available in Ferndown for passionate and experienced education professionals.

These roles involve working with young people who may have additional needs, including SEN, SEMH, trauma‑related challenges, or who may be at risk of permanent exclusion (PEX). Your experience and empathy can make a real difference.

About You

We're looking for strong Tutors who have:

• At least 1 year of experience in UK schools in roles such as:
  • Tutor
  • Teacher
  • Cover Supervisor
  • Teaching Assistant
  • ELSA
  • 1:1 Support
  • Other relevant education roles
• Experience working with learners with additional needs
• A commitment to inclusive education and personalised learning

As a Tutor, you will

• Deliver personalised sessions tailored to the learner's needs.
• Provide consistent and supportive mentoring to help build emotional resilience and self‑confidence.
• Develop and implement a Personalised Communication Plan using preferred signals (e.g., hand gestures, cards, emojis, words).
• Practice communication strategies in calm situations to build familiarity and trust.

Position Details

• Position: Tutor
• Contract or position start date: ASAP
• Contract or position end date: N/A
• Full time/part‑time: Varied
• Hours: Various / flexible hours

Essential & Desirable Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people
• Experience of working with learners with SEN

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide references upon request
• Possess up‑to‑date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)