Social, Emotional Mental Health Tutor

Connex Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support provider in Birmingham seeks an experienced SEMH Tutor to provide one-to-one tuition to children with complex needs. You will create tailored learning plans combining academic and emotional support. This role requires experience working with SEMH students, patience, and knowledge of supporting Autism and ADHD. A valid Enhanced DBS is essential. Flexible working hours are available, and you will receive ongoing support from the company.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH students ideally in tuition or support roles.
• Knowledge of strategies for emotional regulation.
• A valid Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging one-to-one tuition tailored to SEMH needs.
• Plan and adapt lessons for each pupil’s academic level.
• Use therapeutic techniques to foster resilience and self-esteem.

Skills

Experience with SEMH students

Knowledge of Autism and ADHD support strategies

Strong behaviour management skills

Counselling and mentoring background

Job description

Overview

Location: Pupils’ homes & school settings (PRUs, alternative provisions) across Birmingham

Hours: Flexible – part-time or full-time (depending on referrals)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)

About the Role

Connex Education is recruiting for an experienced Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) Tutor to deliver one-to-one tuition to children and young people with EHCPs. Pupils may present with Autism, ADHD, Bipolar, and other complex needs, often requiring a therapeutic approach to learning.

Tuition may take place in the pupil’s home or in a school setting such as a PRU. You’ll be helping students who struggle to engage in mainstream education by creating tailored learning plans that combine academic progress with emotional support.

This role would suit someone with a background in mentoring, counselling, prison education, youth work, or support work, who can build trust and use therapeutic techniques to make learning meaningful and accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging one-to-one tuition sessions tailored to SEMH needs.
• Plan and adapt creative lessons to suit each pupil’s academic level and personal circumstances. (English, Maths or Science) EYS, KS3, KS4 & KS5. Functional Skills, PHSE, Life Skills
• Use therapeutic techniques to encourage resilience, self-esteem, and engagement.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and the local authority on progress.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, progress, and session feedback.
• Always maintain safeguarding and health & safety standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with SEMH students, ideally in tuition, mentoring, counselling, or alternative provisions.
• Knowledge of strategies to support Autism, ADHD, and emotional regulation.
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable with strong behaviour management skills.
• Background in counselling, prisons, youth offending teams, or support work (desirable).
• A valid Enhanced DBS (on the update service, or willing to obtain).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (preferred).

What We Offer

• Rewarding work that makes a real difference to young people’s lives.
• Flexible working hours – manage your own caseload.
• Ongoing referrals through the local authority.
• Safeguarding guidance, CPD opportunities, and dedicated support from our team.

Start date: Immediate | Ongoing through the academic year
Drivers preferred but not essential

Ready to inspire and support? Apply now or send your CV to [e-mail]
Or call 0121 456 4040 and ask for Naomi

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory enhanced DBS checks. Connex Education Partnership is an equal-opportunity employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and assess on merit alone.