SEN Tutor - Newton Aycliffe

Prospero Teaching; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEND Specialist Tutor to plan and deliver one-to-one lessons tailored to each student’s needs, especially as they await a suitable school placement. Roles are based at the student’s home or a community setting such as a learning hub or library.

Both part-time and full-time opportunities are available, typically 6–15 hours per week per student, with pay up to £30 per hour. Start date is October 2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant qualification in education, childcare or a related field.
• Have experience working within a UK classroom or educational setting.
• Be creative, patient and adaptable, with the ability to think outside the box to engage learners.
• Have experience supporting students with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Global Learning Difficulties (GLD) and challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition to students with SEND, focusing on building confidence, developing life skills, safely accessing the community, learning simple cooking skills and promoting independence.
• Develop and implement personalised lesson plans that address individual learning needs and educational gaps.
• Monitor student progress and provide regular, constructive feedback to students and their families.
• Create a supportive, engaging and motivating learning environment to help students rebuild their confidence and develop a positive attitude towards learning.
• Complete daily attendance records and submit weekly progress reports.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Adaptability

Education

Qualification in education/childcare

Job description

The Opportunity

As a SEND Specialist Tutor, you will be responsible for creating, planning and delivering one-to-one lessons tailored to each individual student's needs and abilities. We welcome applications from experienced tutors, teachers and professionals with a background in supporting children and young people in an educational or therapeutic setting.

Your role will focus on helping students re-engage with learning, establish a structured daily routine and continue their educational development while they await a suitable school placement.

Both part-time and full-time opportunities are available, offering flexibility to suit your availability.

Contract/Position Details:

• Location - Various locations across Newton Aycliffe


• Position - SEND Specialist Tutor


• Type of work - Contract


• Start date - October 2026


• Setting - Student's home or a community-based setting, such as a learning hub or library


• Duration - Until the pupil secures a suitable school placement


• Contract type - Temporary


• Full-time/part-time availability - Typically 6-15 hours per week per student


• Rate of pay - Up to 30 per hour (negotiable)

Your role with us:

• Deliver one-to-one or small group tuition to students with SEND, focusing on building confidence, developing life skills, safely accessing the community, learning simple cooking skills and promoting independence.


• Develop and implement personalised lesson plans that address individual learning needs and educational gaps.


• Monitor student progress and provide regular, constructive feedback to students and their families.


• Create a supportive, engaging and motivating learning environment to help students rebuild their confidence and develop a positive attitude towards learning.


• Complete daily attendance records and submit weekly progress reports.

Experience, Training and Qualifications of the SEND Specialist Tutor:

• Hold a relevant qualification in education, childcare or a related field.


• Have experience working within a UK classroom or educational setting.


• Be creative, patient and adaptable, with the ability to think outside the box to engage learners.


• Have experience supporting students with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Global Learning Difficulties (GLD) and challenging behaviours.

To be eligible for this role, the potential SEND Specialist Tutor must:

• Hold the right to work in the UK.


• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate with the children's barred list check, registered with the DBS Update Service, or be willing to complete a new application.


• Be able to provide references covering the last two years of education or employment.