SEND Tutor

TeacherActive; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a specialist post-16 provision in Cheltenham to appoint an SEN Tutor on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2026. The successful candidate will deliver personalised learning sessions, establish each student’s starting point and monitor progress for learners with complex needs such as Autism/ASD and other disabilities.

Applicants should hold a relevant teaching qualification and have experience supporting SEND, collaborating with other professionals, and

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND, complex learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
• Experience planning and delivering individualised learning activities.
• Understanding post-16 education and preparing young people for adulthood.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other professionals.
• Creative, proactive and adaptable approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver personalised learning sessions.
• Establish students' starting points and monitor ongoing development.
• Collaborate with other professionals to support each student's development.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Adaptability

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

South West/ temporary / £145 - 230 per day

Are you an SEN Tutor with experience supporting young people with complex learning needs and disabilities?

Can you deliver engaging, individualised learning that helps young people develop greater confidence and independence?

Do you have the communication and teamwork skills to work alongside other professionals to support each student's individual development?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist post-16 provision in Cheltenham that supports young people with a variety of additional needs, including Autism / ASD, Acquired Brain Injuries / ABI, sensory impairments, physical disabilities and multiple learning difficulties. The setting provides a supportive environment where education is focused on helping students develop practical skills, independence and confidence as they prepare for adult life.

The provision is looking to appoint an SEN Tutor on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2026. The successful SEN Tutor will create and deliver personalised learning sessions, establish students' individual starting points and monitor their ongoing development, with experience in areas such as Digital Literacy, Emotional Wellbeing, Forest School, Relationship and Sex Education, Social Enterprise or Work Related Learning particularly welcomed.

The successful SEN Tutor will have:

• A relevant teaching qualification
• Experience supporting young people with SEND, complex learning difficulties and/or disabilities
• Experience planning and delivering individualised learning activities
• An understanding of post-16 education and preparing young people for adulthood
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other professionals
• A creative, proactive and adaptable approach to teaching

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.