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Functional Sen Tutor

  1. Tutor/Intervention
  2. Derbyshire
Date posted : 29/04/26
  1. Flexible Working
£25 - 30 per hour

Job description

Functional Tutor – Swadlincote (DE11) | Join a Supportive SEN Setting

Are you a passionate and dedicated tutor looking to make a real difference? We are currently seeking a Functional Tutor to work in a supportive educational setting in Swadlincote (DE11), helping learners with additional needs reach their full potential.


Location: Swadlincote, DE11
Job Type: Part-time / Ongoing
⏰ Schedule: Monday to Friday – School Hours
Setting: SEN / Alternative Provision


✨ About the Role

You will be working closely with students who require additional support, delivering engaging and tailored sessions in Functional Skills (English & Maths). This is a rewarding opportunity to support learners on a 1:1 or small group basis and positively impact their educational journey.


Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver Functional Skills lessons in English and/or Maths
  • Plan and adapt sessions to meet individual learning needs
  • Support students with SEN, SEMH, or additional barriers to learning
  • Track progress and provide regular feedback
  • Create a positive and engaging learning environment

✅ Requirements

  • Experience working with children or young people (SEN experience desirable)
  • Strong knowledge of Functional Skills curriculum
  • Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
  • Relevant teaching/tutoring qualification (desirable but not essential)

Why Join Us?

  • Consistent weekday schedule (no weekends)
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

If you’re ready to take the next step in your tutoring career and support learners who need it most, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today or contact us for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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