SEN 1:1 Tutor (SEND) – Northampton

Competitive Pay | Flexible School-Hours Role | Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities

Are you an experienced teacher or tutor with a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

TP Tutors, part of Teaching Personnel, is looking for dedicated SEN 1:1 Tutors to provide personalised tuition to pupils across Northampton and the surrounding areas. Sessions will take place in pupils’ homes, schools or suitable community settings during school hours.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them build confidence, re-engage with education and achieve meaningful academic progress.

Pay

Competitive pay, depending on experience, qualifications, the pupil’s needs and the tuition assignment.

Working Pattern

• Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities.
• Tuition delivered during school hours, Monday to Friday.
• Long-term and ongoing tuition assignments available.
• Travel to pupils’ homes, schools or community venues across Northampton and nearby areas is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and personalised 1:1 tuition tailored to each pupil’s individual needs.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to support a range of SEND needs.
• Plan lessons that promote academic progress, confidence and independence.
• Monitor pupil progress and complete session reports after each lesson.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, schools and relevant professionals.
• Encourage pupils to develop resilience, engagement and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Must-Have Requirements

• Minimum of two years’ UK teaching experience.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Excellent communication, behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to travel reliably between tuition locations.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Nice-to-Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH needs, speech and language needs, dyslexia or other additional learning needs.
• Experience delivering tuition in alternative provision, specialist settings or pupils’ homes.
• Knowledge and understanding of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Why Join TP Tutors?

• Competitive pay, paid weekly.
• Flexible working to fit around your availability.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Weekly in-house payroll.
• Free CPD and specialist SEND training.
• Opportunities to work with a variety of pupils across the local area.
• A rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to a young person’s education and wellbeing.

Location

This role is primarily based in Northampton, with opportunities available in nearby areas depending on pupil requirements.

If you are an experienced SEN teacher, specialist tutor or qualified educator looking for flexible work and are passionate about helping pupils reach their full potential, 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.
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