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Sen Tutor

  1. Tutor/Intervention
  2. Northampton
Date posted : 30/10/26
  1. Flexible Working
£20 - 29 per hour

Job description

SEN 1:1 Tutors Required – Primary & Secondary | Northampton

Location: Northampton and surrounding areas
Working Setting: Pupils' homes and school settings
Position: 1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Tutor
Hours: Flexible – Part-time opportunities available

About the Role

We are currently recruiting passionate, dedicated and experienced 1:1 SEN Tutors to support primary and secondary-aged pupils across Northampton and the surrounding areas.

You will work on a one-to-one basis with pupils who have Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing personalised educational support to help them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence and achieve their full academic potential.

Tuition sessions will take place either at the pupil's home or within a school setting, depending on the individual placement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging and personalised 1:1 tuition to primary and secondary-aged pupils.
  • Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, Dyslexia and other learning difficulties.
  • Plan and adapt lessons to meet individual learning abilities and educational targets.
  • Help pupils develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
  • Monitor and record pupil progress, providing regular feedback where required.
  • Create a safe, supportive and encouraging learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with parents, schools and other professionals where appropriate.

Essential Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years' teaching or tutoring experience within the UK.
  • Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN.
  • Experience delivering 1:1 tuition or individualised learning support.
  • Good knowledge of the UK primary and/or secondary curriculum.
  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
  • Patient, adaptable and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
  • Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one, subject to compliance requirements).
  • Relevant teaching, tutoring or SEN qualifications are desirable.

What We Offer

  • Flexible working hours to suit your availability.
  • Opportunities to work in pupils' homes and school settings.
  • Regular and long-term tutoring placements.
  • Ongoing support from our dedicated team.
  • A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in pupils' lives.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced tutor with at least 2 years of UK teaching experience and have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of our growing team of dedicated SEN tutors supporting pupils across Northampton and the surrounding areas!

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

TP Tutors is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All educators are subject to safeguarding checks in line with Department for Education (DfE) guidance including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). This may also include an online search as part of our safer recruitment process.

All educators must complete our annual tuition training programme, covering Safeguarding, Prevent Duty, KCSIE, Allergy Awareness, and Child-on-Child Abuse Awareness. Tutors must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Child-only Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service, with full guidance provided.

Many pupils supported by TP Tutors require tailored educational provision. Tutors should be confident in building positive relationships, adapting their approach to meet individual needs, and maintaining high standards of professionalism and safeguarding at all times. Tutors must also be able to effectively plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the learner’s individual needs, monitor progress, and adapt teaching strategies to support positive outcomes.

For more information about how we collect and process personal data, please refer to the Privacy Policy on the TP Tutors website.

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