Tutor

Senploy; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a part-time Tutor to support a new Alternative Provision programme in Derby (DE23). You will deliver practical sport and activity sessions to small groups of 11-16 learners, helping them re-engage with education.

Working 3 days a week during term-time, you will support SEMH, SEND and behavioural needs, using positive strategies and personalised approaches. Start January 2027 or ASAP, with safeguarding training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching, tutoring, coaching or supporting young people aged 11-16.
• Experience with SEMH, SEND or Alternative Provision settings is advantageous.
• Ability to deliver practical sport and physical-activity sessions to small groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sessions to small groups of learners aged 11-16, focusing on sport, wellbeing and employability.
• Support learners with behavioural needs, building confidence and resilience.
• Follow session plans and adapt activities to individual learning needs.
• Monitor attendance and progress, and report safeguarding concerns.
• Work with the provision team to prepare sessions and support learner development.
• Maintain safe, positive learning environments through effective behaviour management.

Job description

Tutor | Alternative Provision | Derby (DE23) | Up to £120 per Day | Part-Time, 3 Days a Week | January 2027 Start or ASAP | Sporting Background Preferred

The Opportunity

Long Term Futures are recruiting an enthusiastic and reliable Alternative Provision Tutor to support a new programme based in Littleover, Derby. The provision supports young people aged 11-16 who are struggling to engage with mainstream education, offering a more practical and personalised approach to learning. Working with small groups of up to 10 learners, you will deliver sessions focused on sport, physical activity, wellbeing, employability and personal development.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in education, sports coaching, youth work or alternative provision who enjoys working with young people who need a different approach to learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sessions to small groups of learners aged 11-16, covering sport, physical activity, wellbeing and employability.
• Support young people with SEMH, SEND and behavioural needs, helping them build confidence, resilience and positive routines.
• Establish clear expectations and use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Follow session plans and adapt activities to suit individual learning needs, abilities and levels of engagement.
• Monitor learner progress, maintain accurate attendance and session records, and report safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Work closely with the wider provision team, contributing to daily debriefs, session preparation and ongoing learner development.

Who We're Looking For

• Previous experience teaching, tutoring, coaching or supporting young people aged 11-16.
• Experience working with learners with SEMH, SEND, challenging behaviour or within Alternative Provision or PRU settings.
• Confidence delivering practical activities, particularly sport and physical activity, to small groups.
• Strong behaviour management skills, with a calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• A reliable, proactive and adaptable individual who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education.
• A teaching qualification, sports coaching qualification or previous experience within Alternative Provision would be advantageous.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Competitive pay of up to £120 per day.
• Part-time, term-time working opportunities.
• Small groups of no more than 10 learners, supported by a dedicated team.
• Opportunities to develop experience within Alternative Provision and vocational learning.
• Access to safeguarding, first aid and de-escalation training through the provision.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list check, satisfactory references and Right to Work verification.

Job Title: Tutor - Alternative Provision

Hours: Part-time, term-time, 3 Days a Week

Interviews: Informal meetings being held now.

Start Date: January 2027, or as soon as possible