SEN Tutor

We are currently seeking experienced and resilient behaviour specialist tutors to support primary and secondary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), SEMH needs, and a history of permanent exclusion. Due to increasing demand, we are particularly interested in professionals who are confident working with pupils who may display challenging behaviour and have experienced significant disruption to their education.

Tutors will deliver Maths and English through structured, therapeutic, and relationship-led approaches. Many of our pupils require consistency, clear boundaries, and patient guidance to re-engage with learning and rebuild trust in education.

Locations:
Tutoring will take place in person across Beaconsfield, High Wycombe, Aylesbury, and Marlow.

Pay:

• £25–£30 per hour, depending on experience and role requirements

Safeguarding Requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS is required

• Tutors must be registered on the DBS Update Service

• If you do not currently hold an enhanced DBS or are not on the update service, you will be able to apply through us

The ideal tutor will:

• Have strong experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, or exclusion history

• Be confident delivering Maths and English at primary and/or secondary level

• Have experience in roles such as behaviour specialist, SEMH tutor, PRU staff, alternative provision, SEN teacher, teaching assistant, or youth worker

• Have experience or understanding of de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed practice

• Have relevant knowledge or experience working with Looked After Children (LAC) (highly desirable)

• Be calm, consistent, and able to maintain clear boundaries while building positive relationships

• Be adaptable and confident working with pupils from a wide range of social and educational backgrounds

Hours & Commitment:

• A minimum availability of 10 hours per week is required

• Tutors seeking a fuller timetable would typically work with 2–3 pupils

• Reliability, consistency, and professionalism are essential

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalised Maths and English sessions using behaviour-aware and engagement-focused approaches

• Support pupils with emotional regulation, routines, and re-engagement with learning

• Accurately record attendance and complete a lesson summary after each day

• Maintain professional communication and uphold safeguarding expectations at all times

If you are an experienced behaviour or SEMH-focused education professional who is passionate about supporting vulnerable pupils back into learning, we would welcome your application.

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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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