Job Description
Summary:
Join as an SEN Tutor in London and Surrey with experience in special educational needs.
About the School:
A school dedicated to providing nurturing and personalized support for students with special educational needs and those requiring additional academic or emotional support. It works closely with families, local authorities, and schools to deliver impactful learning solutions.
The Opportunity:
As an SEN Tutor, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. You will deliver tailored, one-to-one or small group tuition in London and Surrey, helping students build confidence, self-esteem, and academic progress through a compassionate and student-centred approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and personalized lessons tailored to the specific needs of students with SEN or ASC.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students and their families to enhance motivation and learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with parents, guardians, and schools to develop and implement individual learning plans (ILPs).
- Provide consistent support and guidance to students, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Attend training sessions on the Bright Heart Approach and safeguarding practices.
- Maintain detailed records of student progress and communicate regularly with stakeholders.
- Adapt teaching methods to suit different learning styles and abilities.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- At least 12 months of relevant tutoring and/or teaching experience in the UK.
- Current Enhanced DBS certificate with a check of the children’s barred list.
- Excellent spoken and written English.
- Strong subject knowledge in the subject(s) you are applying to tutor.
- University qualification or currently studying towards one, with A-levels.
- Experience working with students with special educational needs (SEN) or autism spectrum condition (ASC).
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
Preferred
- Experience with the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) or similar initiatives.
- Flexibility and availability for in-person tutoring, including daytime hours.
- Experience in creating bespoke lesson plans and adapting teaching strategies.
- Previous experience working with students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive tutoring rates with an incentive scheme.
- Travel allowance for in-person tutoring.
- Access to ongoing professional development and training, including CPD through TES Develop and annual nasen workshops.
- Tutor of the Month award of £150.