SLD Tutor

JR United Kingdom; Ely; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate SEN/SEND Tutors to transform the lives of vulnerable learners in Cambridgeshire. This role offers the chance to provide tailored educational support to young people with various needs, including SEND and SEMH. With flexible hours and opportunities for remote work, you will be part of a dedicated team focused on raising educational standards. Join a child-centered company committed to making a real difference in the lives of at-risk youth, where your expertise and compassion can shine.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Remote Work Opportunities

Access to CPD Suite

Dedicated Support Team

Community for Sharing Best Practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience required.
• Knowledge of SEND and safeguarding processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND.
• Plan and deliver engaging sessions tailored to student needs.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Knowledge of SEND

Safeguarding Processes

Trauma-Informed Tutoring

Education

Professional Teaching Qualifications (QTS / QTLS)

Job description

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Core subject (Maths, English, or Science) SEN / SEND Tutors for Young People with SEND, SEMH, and other Additional Educational Needs required in Cambridgeshire.

Multiple positions are available, and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Cambridgeshire.

At Targeted Provision, our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional opportunities for remote jobs and online teaching assignments, including work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure each placement is successful for the young person and you
• An invitation to join our tutor community for sharing best practices, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to improving support for vulnerable young people

The SEN / SEND Tutor role:

• Providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other Educational Needs referred by local authorities and schools
• Supporting their educational and social-emotional journey through flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

SEN / SEND Tutor tasks and responsibilities:

• Planning each teaching, tutoring, or mentoring session
• Delivering holistic, engaging sessions tailored to their needs to improve their educational and social-emotional development
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on progress

SEN / SEND Tutor requirements:

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other Needs
• Knowledge of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (assistance available to obtain this)
• Two professional references
• Must be based in the UK with the right to work, even for remote assignments

It is a strict requirement to promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people, following safeguarding policies at all times.

SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:

• Engagement as a Worker for short-term assignments
• Paid via PAYE through a contract for service
• No set work amount or expenses coverage
• Insurance covers your work for us
• Not a self-employed position

Applying:

Send your CV outlining relevant skills and experience. We aim to respond within two weeks to successful applicants. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those from minority, LGBTQIA+, disabled, refugee, migrant, or mental health communities, to reflect the diverse needs of our learners.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously; all candidates must pass our suitability checks before working with us. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:

Roles often held by highly relevant candidates include:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other relevant roles include:

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change, please apply with us.