Secondary SEN Tutor

We are looking for a patient and experienced SEN tutor to work with a school-aged student in their home. The student has Special Educational Needs (SEN) and requires personalised support to help them develop academically, socially, and emotionally. This is a one-to-one tutoring role that involves creating tailored lessons to suit the student’s specific learning style, while ensuring that their SEN needs are met in a calm, supportive, and structured environment.

• The student has Special Educational Needs, including challenges with attention, focus, and communication.

• They benefit from individualised support, with lessons that are broken down into smaller, manageable tasks.

• They may have emotional or behavioural needs that require a nurturing, patient approach.

• A calm, flexible, and encouraging tutor will be most effective in supporting their progress.

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  Experience working with SEN students, particularly those with conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning difficulties.

• A calm, empathetic, and patient approach that helps build trust and encourages progress.

• Experience creating individualised learning plans and using a variety of teaching strategies, including visual aids, hands-on activities, and sensory tools.

• Excellent communication skills, both with the student and their family, to provide regular updates and feedback on progress.

• Enhanced DBS check (current or willingness to obtain one).

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  Relevant teaching qualifications such as QTS, PGCE, or equivalent are beneficial but not essential.

• Specific training in SEN (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia) is highly desirable.

• Experience working in one-to-one or small group settings with children with additional needs.

• Familiarity with specific SEN strategies, such as scaffolding, visual learning, or behaviour management techniques.

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  Plan and deliver individualised lessons to meet the student’s specific learning needs.

• Use a variety of SEN teaching strategies to engage the student and support their learning.

• Monitor the student’s progress and provide regular feedback to the family on areas of improvement and development.

• Foster confidence and self-esteem in the student through positive reinforcement and encouragement

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.
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