Tutor

Polaris Community; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Ipswich is looking for a full-time Tutor to support pupils with SEMH needs. Responsibilities include promoting positive learning behavior and leading classes during staff absence. Applicants should have a strong education background, experience in similar roles, and a commitment to professional development. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.
• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., HLTA).
• Experience of behavior management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support the improvement of wellbeing and behavior management.
• Work with education team to support personal and academic development.
• Lead classes during PPA and absence cover.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Behaviour management techniques

Strong communication skills

Education

GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics

Job description

Polaris Children’s Services – Redstone Hall School

TUTOR

Contract: Full-Time Term Time Only

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Start Date: January 2026

About our School

Located in Ipswich our new school has the capacity for up to 30 x pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 18 years olds with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well being and personal growth.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have twelve SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each young person with a tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We’re also incredibly proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role responsibilities

• To support the improvement of wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience and behaviour management within Redstone Hall School
• Work with members of the Education team to support young people’s personal and academic development by removing barriers to learning
• To promote positive learning behaviour with young people
• To lead classes during PPA and absence cover, the planning will be supported by teaching staff.
• To deliver an enrichment golden time activity
• To support in lessons with academic understanding or pastoral, emotional or behavioural need
• To respond to immediate concerns clarifying the situation
• To create and collate information relating to lessons and interventions delivered
• To assist in the preparation of information relevant to the meetings about pupils
• To be an advocate for the ethos of Redstone Hall School
• To lead on Reading and Phonics – reviewing progress made by young people
• To develop the role of Pupil Voice Liaising with SLT about the Pupil Council
• To develop relationships with parents/carers, taking an active role in transitions and consultation visits

Requirements

• Have a strong basic education, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills
• Previous experience in a similar role ie, HLTA
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
• Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school ie, Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn

What we offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving outcomes

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment