Special Education Needs Teacher

JR United Kingdom; Mansfield; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative educational organization is on a mission to enhance the learning experience for young people with special educational needs. They are seeking passionate SEN/SEND tutors to provide personalized support in a flexible, trauma-informed manner. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of at-risk learners while working within a dedicated support team. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on holistic education, this position is ideal for qualified teachers eager to transform educational journeys. Join a community that values diversity and is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for vulnerable youth.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote job opportunities

CPD and upskilling opportunities

Dedicated support team

Community for sharing best practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years teaching experience in relevant fields.
• Experience working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, and SLD.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored tuition in Maths, English, or Science.
• Plan engaging and holistic tutoring sessions.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS)

Experience with SEND

Teaching experience

Understanding of safeguarding processes

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS)

Job description

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Special Education Needs Teacher, Mansfield

Client: Targeted Provision Ltd

Location: Mansfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

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

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 Nottinghamshire.

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 the outlook of their educational journey.

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, working from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite
• A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure successful placements
• Invitation to join our tutor community for sharing best practices, resources, and tips
• A place in 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 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
• Providing holistic and engaging sessions tailored to individual needs
• Completing lesson reports and feedback on progress

SEN / SEND Tutor requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or similar needs
• Understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (assistance available)
• Two professional references
• Must be based in the UK with the right to work, even for remote assignments

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

SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:

• Engagement as a Worker for short-term placements
• Contract for service paid via PAYE
• No set work amount or expenses coverage
• Insurance covers work performed for us
• This is not a self-employed position

Applying:

We look forward to your CV highlighting relevant skills and experience. Due to high application volume, responses will be limited to successful candidates within two weeks.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, especially from minority, LGBTQIA+, disabled, refugee, migrant, and mental health communities, to apply. We are committed to Safer Recruitment, ensuring suitability to work with children and young people.

Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:

Roles often held by highly relevant experience 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 consider applying.