Special Education Needs Teacher

Targeted Provision; Bridport; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate SEN/SEND tutors to transform the educational experiences of young people with diverse learning needs. This role offers the chance to work flexibly, providing tailored support in subjects like Maths, English, or Science. You will collaborate with a dedicated support team to ensure successful placements and promote the wellbeing of vulnerable learners. Join a mission-driven organization that values creativity and trauma-informed approaches to education, and make a significant impact in the lives of at-risk youth in your community.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Occasional remote jobs

Access to CPD opportunities

Dedicated support team

Community of tutors

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is essential for this role.
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Planning engaging, needs-based sessions for students.
• Providing holistic support to meet individual educational needs.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS)

Experience with SEND

Teaching experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Teaching qualification

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 are required in Dorset.

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 (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 Dorset.

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.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve their educational outlook.

What We Offer Our SEN / SEND Tutors

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional remote jobs and online teaching assignments, allowing you to work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite
• A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure every placement is successful for the young person and you
• Invitation to join our tutor community to share best practices, resources, and tips
• A role within 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 additional needs referred by local authorities and schools
• Supporting their educational and social-emotional development through flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

Responsibilities

• Planning engaging, needs-based sessions
• Providing holistic support to meet individual needs and promote progress
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on student progress

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or similar needs
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Enhanced DBS (assistance available if needed)
• Two professional references
• Right to work in the UK

It is essential that you can promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people, adhering to safeguarding policies at all times.

Employment Details

• Engagement as a Worker for short-term assignments
• Paid via PAYE
• No set hours or expenses coverage
• Insurance coverage provided
• This is not a self-employed position

Application Process

We look forward to receiving your CV highlighting your relevant skills and experience. Due to high application volumes, responses may take up to two weeks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially from minority groups, LGBTQIA+ communities, disabled individuals, refugees, migrants, and those with mental health conditions, to reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

We conduct strict Safer Recruitment processes to ensure suitability to work with children and young people. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Relevant Experience

Ideal candidates may have worked as:

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

Other relevant roles include Learning Support Assistant, Educational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist, and Inclusion Coordinator. If you meet the requirements and are considering a career change, please apply.