Special Education Needs Tutor

Targeted Provision; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking passionate SEN / SEND Tutors to provide tailored support to vulnerable learners in Suffolk. This role involves delivering engaging tuition in core subjects while adhering to safeguarding policies. Ideal candidates will have QTS/QTLS and experience with diverse educational needs, contributing to a transformative mission in education.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Extensive CPD and upskilling

Dedicated support team

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years teaching experience.
• Experience working with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or similar needs.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND.
• Planning engaging and needs-based sessions.
• Delivering holistic support to promote progress.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Empathy

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 Suffolk.

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 increasing support for children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

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

At Targeted Provision, our mission is to raise the standard of educational support for vulnerable young people in the UK. You will be supported throughout each 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 diverse learning needs, using creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed approaches to boost engagement and improve their educational outlook.

What We Offer Our SEN / SEND Tutors

• Flexible part-time to full-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional remote jobs and online teaching opportunities
• Extensive CPD and upskilling, 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 and resources
• Being part of a child-centred organization committed to improving support for 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 their educational and social-emotional development through flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

SEN / SEND Tutor Tasks and Responsibilities

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

SEN / SEND Tutor Requirements

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

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

SEN / SEND Tutor Employment Status

• Engagement as a Worker for short-term assignments
• Paid via PAYE under a contract for service
• No set work hours or expenses coverage
• Insurance covers your work 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 volumes, responses will be limited to successful candidates within two weeks.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those from minority, LGBTQIA+, disabled, refugee, migrant, or mental health communities, to reflect and support our diverse student body.

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

Relevant Previous Roles

• SENCo, SLD/MLD Teacher, Autism/ADHD Support Teacher, Intervention Specialist, Ex-Teacher
• Learning Support Assistant, Educational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist, Inclusion Coordinator

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Part-time

Job Function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education