SEMH 1:1 GCSE TUTOR

1:1 GCSE Tutor – Intervention Provision (Leigh)

Location: Leigh, Greater Manchester
Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
Hours: 9:00am – 11:00am
Pay: Competitive hourly rate (via Teaching Personnel)

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced 1:1 Tutor to support students within a specialist intervention provision in Leigh. This role is ideal for a confident educator who is passionate about engaging learners who require additional support to access education.

About the Provision

You will be working within a supportive, small-scale intervention setting designed for students aged 14–16 (KS4) who are currently unable to attend mainstream school. The provision supports pupils with a range of needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Anxiety and school-based avoidance
• Behavioural challenges
• Gaps in learning due to disrupted education

The environment is structured, nurturing, and focused on re-engaging students with core academic subjects and rebuilding confidence.

The Role

As a 1:1 Tutor, you will deliver GCSE Maths and English sessions tailored to individual learning needs. You will play a key role in supporting academic progress while also fostering engagement and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in GCSE Maths and English
• Provide one-to-one support tailored to each student’s ability and needs
• Identify learning gaps and adapt teaching strategies accordingly
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students to encourage participation
• Monitor and record progress against academic and personal targets
• Support students in developing confidence and independent learning skills
• Work collaboratively with the wider staff team to ensure consistent support

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (Desirable but not essential)
• Strong experience tutoring GCSE Maths and English
• Experience working with KS4 students, particularly those with SEMH or additional needs
• Excellent behaviour management and engagement strategies
• Ability to differentiate learning effectively on a 1:1 basis
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable learners
• Small group/1:1 environment allowing focused teaching
• Supportive and well-resourced intervention setting
• Consistent part-time hours ideal for work-life balance

If you are an enthusiastic tutor who thrives on supporting students outside of mainstream education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel to be considered.

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