Tutor

The Catch-Up Academy; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The Catch-Up Academy is seeking an In‑Person Tutor to support school-refusing students with SEN and SEMH needs in 1:1 tuition sessions. You will help learners re-engage with English, Maths and Science, building confidence and resilience through patient, tailored teaching in home or community settings.

Hours are flexible and typically 6–15 per week during school terms, with weekdays 9:00–15:00. You’ll work closely with parents, schools and support professionals, logging progress and outcomes to

Qualifications

• Experience tutoring or teaching children—especially those with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs.
• Confident working independently with a flexible timetable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with challenging learners.
• Resilience, creativity, and patience in supporting varied learning needs.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) and safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 tuition sessions during school hours (typically 9:00–15:00, Monday to Friday).
• Work with students who are out of school, often in homes or community settings.
• Support learners across English, Maths, and Science with personalised teaching methods.
• Focus on rebuilding trust and engagement with learning, not only academics.
• Communicate with parents, schools, and support professionals to track progress.
• Log student outcomes and feedback to support each learner’s journey.

Skills

SEN experience

SEMH support

Behavioural support

1:1 tutoring

Strong communication

Job description

In‑Person Tutor – Support & Empower School‑Refusing Students

Flexible hours | Highly rewarding | Term‑time only | SEN, Mental Health, and Behavioural Support

Are you a compassionate, patient, and experienced educator who wants to make a real difference?

We’re seeking dedicated In‑Person Tutors to support children and young people who are currently unable to attend school due to special educational needs (SEN), behavioural challenges, or mental health difficulties. You’ll work with school‑refusing students in a 1:1 setting, offering tailored academic support that helps them re‑engage with learning and rebuild confidence.

What the Role Involves

• Deliver 1:1 tuition sessions during school hours (typically between 9:00AM and 3:00PM, Monday to Friday).
• Work with students who are out of school, often in their homes or community settings.
• Support each learner across key subjects (e.g., English, Maths, Science), using personalised, creative teaching methods.
• Focus on rebuilding trust and engagement with learning, not just academics.
• Communicate closely with parents/carers, schools, and support professionals to track and promote progress.
• Log student outcomes and feedback clearly to support each learner’s journey.

Hours & Flexibility

• Most students receive 6–15 hours of tuition per week.
• Work is scheduled during school hours, so your evenings and weekends are free.
• We can offer additional hours by assigning you more students if desired.
• Ideal for those seeking flexible, meaningful part‑time or term‑time work.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience tutoring or teaching children—especially those with SEN, SEMH, or behavioural needs.
• Confident working independently and managing a flexible timetable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with challenging learners.
• Resilience, creativity, and patience—every student is different, and progress takes time.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) and safeguarding knowledge essential.
• A driving licence and access to transport is often required for travel to student locations.

Many of the students you’ll work with have been out of school for months, even years. Your sessions may be their only consistent educational support. This role isn’t just about teaching—it’s about showing up, believing in them, and helping them believe in themselves.

Ready to be the difference? If you’re passionate about helping young people who need extra support—and you want flexible, meaningful work that fits your schedule—we’d love to hear from you.