We are currently looking for compassionate and committed tutors to provide in-person support for secondary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
This role focuses on delivering Maths and English sessions tailored to each student’s individual needs, particularly for pupils who may have experienced disruptions to their education and require additional support to rebuild their confidence and re-engage with learning.
Our students come from a range of backgrounds, and many benefit from a patient, calm, and consistent approach. This position is ideal for tutors who are adaptable, empathetic, and motivated to support meaningful educational progress.
Location
Tutoring will take place in person across Didcot, Banbury, and Bicester.
Pay
About the Role
As a tutor, you will provide structured learning sessions designed to support students who may be facing gaps in learning, reduced confidence, or additional learning needs.
Your role will involve:
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Delivering engaging Maths and English sessions at secondary level
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Have previous experience supporting children or young people in an educational or related setting (e.g. tutoring, teaching, SEN support, teaching assistant roles, youth work)
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Adapting lessons to suit each student’s ability, pace, and learning style
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Supporting pupils to regain confidence and develop positive learning habits
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Creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants who have experience working with children or young people in roles such as:
Strong candidates will demonstrate:
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Confidence teaching secondary-level Maths and English
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Experience supporting students with SEN, or a genuine interest in developing this experience
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Patience, reliability, and flexibility when adapting lessons
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The ability to build positive relationships with pupils from diverse social and educational backgrounds
Hours & Commitment
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Minimum availability: 10 hours per week
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Tutors looking for a fuller schedule typically work with two to three students
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Consistency, reliability, and professionalism are essential to help maintain stable support for our pupils
Key Responsibilities
Tutors will be expected to:
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Deliver structured, engaging, and personalised lessons in Maths and English
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Support pupils who may have gaps in knowledge or reduced confidence in learning
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Accurately record attendance and complete a short session summary after each day
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Build positive, professional relationships with students
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Maintain clear and effective communication with the wider support team
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person’s educational journey. By providing consistent and supportive tuition, you will help students regain confidence and move forward with their learning.
If you have a background in education and are passionate about supporting young people to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
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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