Tutor

Mencap; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mencap is seeking a qualified and creative SEN Tutor to empower young people with learning disabilities. You will design inclusive lessons and support learners in developing essential skills, contributing to a supportive team culture at the Mencap Training Academy in Islington. If you are passionate about making a difference, apply today!

Benefits

Dedicated Planning Time

Flexible Annual Leave

Supportive Team Culture

Qualifications

• Recognized teaching qualification preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities.
• Ability to manage classroom behavior.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.
• Support learners in developing practical life skills.
• Deliver accredited qualifications in English and Maths.

Skills

Empathy

Creativity

Classroom Management

Education

PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS

Level 3 teaching qualification

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above

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Are you a qualified and creative SEN Tutor looking to make a real difference?

If youre passionate about empowering young people with learning disabilities to reach their full potential, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Job Advert

Are you a qualified and creative SEN Tutor looking to make a real difference?

If youre passionate about empowering young people with learning disabilities to reach their full potential, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Join our supportive team at the Mencap Training Academy in Islington, where you will play a key role in delivering the educational component of our Study Programme. This programme supports young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism to develop essential life skills and prepare for Supported Internships and employment.

What Youll Do

Teaching & Learning Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that integrate Functional Skills in English and Maths into real-world employability contexts.
• Support learners in developing practical life skills that promote independence and confidence in their local communities.
• Deliver accredited qualifications in English and Maths, helping learners achieve up to Level 2.
  
  

Collaborative Support & Development

• Work closely with colleagues to provide holistic support tailored to each learners needs.
• Assist learners in preparing for and progressing into paid employment.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
  
  

What We Offer

• Dedicated Planning Time: One full day each week for planning and administrative tasks.
• Flexible Annual Leave: We dont follow the traditional academic calendar, offering greater flexibility to support your work-life balance.
• Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a passionate and experienced team that shares your commitment to inclusive education.
  
  

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) is preferred.
• Candidates with a Level 3 teaching qualification and a willingness to work towards a Level 5 will be considered.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
  
  

Experience

• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, difficulties, and/or autism.
• Proven delivery of Functional Skills English and Maths (up to Level 2).
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively and support a diverse range of learners.
• Track record of working towards targets and KPIs.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience working within a Supported Internship or employability-based setting.
• Knowledge of employment preparation and workplace skills training.
• Creative, flexible, and resilient approach to teaching and learner engagement.
• Strong team player with a positive and solution-focused attitude.
  
  

Want to Learn More?

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For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Jade Frater at:

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and help shape their future, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package to support our team members. For more information, please see the attached details.

About Mencap

We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.

Our work includes;

• providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
• providing advice through our help lines and web sites
  
  

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