Teaching Assistants - Looking For A Change-

Red 5 People; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Red 5 People seeks a passionate Tutor to deliver an innovative study programme for 16-25 learners with EHCPs in SEN. You will teach Literacy and Functional Skills to small groups in Northamptonshire, embracing experiential learning over worksheets and traditional methods.

You will work across various locations, including community centres or homes, with a driver‑essential role. Salary scales reflect QTLS status and qualifications, with term-time only scheduling.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification in Education and Training (QTLS or Level 5 Diploma) required.
• Experience or passion for learners with SEMH, Autism, ADHD.
• Ability to teach without relying on worksheets.
• Creativity in lesson delivery with alternative learning approaches.

Responsibilities

• Teaching morning and afternoon sessions (45-minute lessons with 15-minute breaks).
• Planning and delivering sessions to provide life skills and embed maths and English.
• Adapting teaching methods to be interactive and engaging around learners' interests.
• Using real-world experiences to make lessons come alive.
• Supporting learners in building confidence and independence.
• Implementing the PACE Model to support young people.

Skills

Tutoring

Engagement

Creativity

Adaptability

Education

QTLS / Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Job description

Are you a creative and adaptable Tutor looking to make a real difference within SEN? Do you believe in hands‑on, engaging learning rather than traditional "talk and chalk" teaching? If so, this role could be perfect for you!

This organisation is looking for passionate Literacy Tutors, and Functional Skils Tutors to deliver an innovative Study Programme for young people aged 16-25 with an EHCP. These learners have SEMH, Autism, ADHD, and many are care leavers who have opted out of formal education.

You’ll be working with small groups (5 learners + 1 LSA) and will have the freedom to think outside the box when it comes to teaching. Forget worksheets and standard classroom setups, this role is about experiential learning.

For example, rather than teaching percentages with handouts, you might take your learners to the shops during a sale to see discounts in action. The focus is on engagement, relevance, and impact, making learning meaningful for each individual.

PLEASE NOTE: This role will be working across various locations in Northamptonshire which could include places of work, community centres or a learner’s home. This is a driver essential role.

Salary Scale

• £33,000 - for Qualified Tutors (with QTLS or Level 5 Diplomain Education and Training Qualification)
• £30,000 - for Tutors (without QTLS / Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training Qualification)

What You'll Be Doing:

• Teaching morning and afternoon sessions (45-minute lessons with 15-minute breaks)
• Planning and delivering sessions aim to provide life skills and embedding maths and English and support learners to achieve their educational goals
• Adapting teaching methods to be interactive and engaging (so co-curriculum design around interests where possible)
• Using real-world experiences to make lessons come alive
• Supporting learners in building confidence and independence
• Implementing the PACE Model - a therapeutic approach to supporting young people

What We're Looking For:

• Teaching Qualification (ideally QTLS /Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training)
• Experience or passion for working with learners who have SEMH, Autism, ADHD
• An ability to teach without relying on worksheets or traditional methods
• Creativity in lesson delivery - have you used alternative learning approaches before? If not, would you like to?
• A positive, patient, and flexible approach

Why Join?

• Term-time only , enjoy school holidays (with around 15 - 20 training days which feed into school holidays).
• Small class sizes - focus on real impact
• Chance to join a brand-new organisation who are responsibly growing, and making a difference