SEND/SEMH Tutor

Prospero Teaching; West Herrington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resource Hub access

CPD-accredited training

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced GCSE Maths and English Tutor with SEN experience to deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group support to Key Stage 3 and 4 students in the Houghton-le-Spring area.

The learners are currently not attending full-time school due to Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Qualifications

• Experience tutoring or supporting young people with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Experience delivering GCSE Maths and English tuition or supporting students working towards GCSE qualifications in these subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one GCSE Maths and English tutoring sessions for students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Plan and adapt lessons to bridge learning gaps, strengthen core mathematical skills, develop literacy, and support GCSE curriculum progression.
• Prepare students for GCSE Maths and English examinations by developing their subject knowledge, exam techniques, and confidence.
• Engage students and support emotional regulation through positive reinforcement, patience, and flexible teaching strategies.
• Create a calm, safe, and encouraging learning environment that promotes participation and confidence.
• Monitor and record student progress, attendance, engagement, and learning outcomes.
• Provide regular feedback to parents, carers, and the Prospero Teaching team.

Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Empathy

Relationship-building

Job description

Tutor - GCSE Maths & English

Houghton-le-Spring

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced GCSE Maths and English Tutor with SEN experience to deliver targeted one-to-one and small-group support to Key Stage 3 and 4 students in the Houghton-le-Spring area.

The learners are currently not attending full-time school due to Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

About the Role

We are looking for patient, adaptable, and empathetic tutors who can deliver engaging, personalised Maths and English tuition while creating a safe and supportive learning environment. Successful tutors will be able to build positive relationships with students, tailor lessons to individual learning needs, address gaps in mathematical knowledge, reading, writing and literacy skills, and support learners in developing the confidence and skills needed to progress towards their GCSE qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one GCSE Maths and English tutoring sessions for students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Plan and adapt lessons to bridge learning gaps, strengthen core mathematical skills, develop literacy, and support GCSE curriculum progression.
• Prepare students for GCSE Maths and English examinations by developing their subject knowledge, exam techniques, and confidence.
• Engage students and support emotional regulation through positive reinforcement, patience, and flexible teaching strategies.
• Create a calm, safe, and encouraging learning environment that promotes participation and confidence.
• Monitor and record student progress, attendance, engagement, and learning outcomes.
• Provide regular feedback to parents, carers, and the Prospero Teaching team.

Role Details

• Pay rate: Up to 30 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• Start date: ASAP.
• Location: Houghton-le-Spring.
• Hours: 6-15 hours per week.
• Delivery: In person.
• Access to Prospero's Resource Hub and CPD-accredited training opportunities.

Requirements

• Previous experience tutoring or supporting young people with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Experience delivering GCSE Maths and English tuition or supporting students working towards GCSE qualifications in these subjects.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning needs and support students with additional needs.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child workforce DBS certificate (on the Update Service or willingness to apply).
• Two professional references covering the last two years.

Successful applicants will be required to register with Prospero Teaching before placement.