Special Education Needs Teacher

Targeted Provision; Crewkerne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization seeks passionate SEN/SEND Tutors to provide tailored 1:1 tutoring for young people with special educational needs in Somerset and Bristol. This role offers flexible hours, extensive professional development, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on vulnerable learners' lives.

Benefits

Flexible part-time to full-time hours

Occasional remote and online teaching opportunities

Extensive CPD and upskilling

Dedicated SEN/SEND Support Team

Invitation to join tutor community

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years teaching experience.
• Experience with SEMH, MLD, SLD, or related needs.
• Enhanced DBS (assistance available).

Responsibilities

• Providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND.
• Planning engaging and needs-based sessions.
• Completing lesson reports and providing progress feedback.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Knowledge of safeguarding policies

Flexible tutoring

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

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This range is provided by Targeted Provision. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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

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 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 Somerset / Bristol.

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

This role is ideal for qualified SEN / SEND teachers eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with various learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to increase engagement and improve educational outcomes.

What We Offer Our SEN / SEND Tutors

• Flexible part-time to full-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional remote and online teaching opportunities
• Extensive CPD and upskilling, including access to Tes CPD suite
• A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure successful placements
• Invitation to join our tutor community for sharing resources and best practices
• Being part of a child-centred company committed to supporting vulnerable learners

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 young people's educational and social-emotional development through flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

Responsibilities

• Planning engaging and needs-based sessions
• Delivering holistic support to meet individual needs
• Completing lesson reports and providing progress feedback

Requirements

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

It is essential that you promote health, safety, and wellbeing and follow safeguarding policies at all times.

Employment Details

• Engagement as a Worker for short-term placements
• Paid via PAYE, no set hours or expenses covered
• Insurance covers your work with us
• Not a self-employed position

Application Process

We look forward to your CV highlighting relevant skills and experience. Due to high application volume, responses will be within two weeks. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those from minority, LGBTQIA+, disabled, refugee, migrant, or mental health communities, to reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

We conduct strict Safer Recruitment processes. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Relevant Experience

Roles such as SENCo, SLD/MLD Teacher, Autism/ADHD Support Teacher, Intervention Specialist, or related therapeutic/support roles are highly relevant. Consider applying if you meet the requirements and are contemplating a career change.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education