Special Educational Needs Tutor

Fresh Start in Education; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An alternative education provider in the Oxford area is seeking educators to offer personalized learning sessions for young people facing challenges in education. This flexible teaching role involves working 1:1 or 2:1 with students, planning creative sessions, and engaging with those having special educational needs. The ideal candidates will have experience in education and safeguarding knowledge, offering compensation of £25–£35 per hour along with various benefits.

Benefits

Travel subsidy

Resource allowance

Free access to counselling services

Pension options

Store discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience working with young people with SEN/SEMH needs.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
• Availability of at least 2 consistent weekdays.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 or 2:1 with children and young people in their homes or specialist settings.
• Plan and deliver personalized educational sessions reflecting each learner's needs.
• Engage with students with various needs to help them achieve outcomes at their own pace.

Skills

Experience with SEN / SEMH needs

De-escalation skills

Behaviour management

Education

Teaching qualification or relevant experience

Job description

Description

Be more than an educator.

Be the reason a young person believes in a brighter future.

Many of our young people with SEMH needs or SEN have faced challenges that have left them feeling discouraged or disconnected from education. Every child deserves someone who won't give up on them - could that be you?

At Fresh Start in Education, we’re looking for proactive, person‑centred people to design and deliver personalised learning sessions that spark curiosity, confidence and a sense of hope for young people currently out of education in the Oxfordshire area. Whether it’s going on a trip to the shops to explore Maths, unlocking their imagination through stories and art, or using gaming to uncover the wonders of Science, you’ll inspire students to rediscover the joy of learning in a way that works for them. One learner, one relationship, one small step at a time.

With allowances for travel and resources and full support from our dedicated team, this flexible role gives you the freedom to deliver learning in the ways that you feel best meet the student’s needs and interests.

What you’ll be doing :

• Working 1 : 1 or 2 : 1 with children and young people in their homes or specialist settings in Oxfordshire
• Planning and delivering personalised, creative, educational sessions that reflect each learner’s needs, interests and abilities, particularly in Maths and English
• Running sessions during the school day (term time only) that typically last 3 to 5 hours
• Engaging with students who may have ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs, GDD or complex needs and helping them achieve outcomes at their pace
• Working flexibly as part of a compassionate, expert‑led team that values you and your skills

Who we’re looking for :

• Experience (at least 1 year) as teachers, tutors, teaching assistants, SEN specialists and education professionals who have directly supported young people with SEN / SEMH needs
• A background in Primary, Secondary, Functional Skills or Post 16 teaching, or specialist SEND environments
• De‑escalation and behaviour management skills
• A minimum of 2 consistent weekdays available
• An up‑to‑date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

What you can expect from Fresh Start in Education :

• £25–£35 per hour, depending on experience
• Travel subsidy and £15 per session resource allowance
• Free access to counselling and wellbeing services, pension options and store discounts
• Dedicated line manager, support and inclusion in a supportive, expert team
• Bank staff role (PAYE), offering both short‑term and long‑term placements

We are the go to provider of alternative education in the UK. As an independent company with over a decade of experience supporting some of the most vulnerable children, young people and young adults throughout the UK we facilitate life changing work in our student’s lives, their families and surrounding communities.

The dedication and compassion of our staff continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve, helping to shape brighter futures for generations to come. But we can’t do it without you. To find out more about how you can make a difference in the lives of our students call 020 3409 6410. We would love to speak with you.

Due to the nature of the work and our commitment to safeguarding our students, you will be required to undergo thorough background checks including ID, Right to Work and employment checks and will also require an enhanced DBS.