Tutor

SEN Tutor – Special Educational Needs

Location: Luton and surrounding areas
Job Type: Flexible temporary assignments with potential for long-term and permanent roles
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, school hours
Pay: Competitive weekly rates

Make a Difference Through Education

TP Tutors is recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Tutors to support children and young people across Luton. We are looking for patient, adaptable individuals who can provide tailored learning experiences and help pupils overcome educational barriers, improve their confidence and achieve their individual goals.

You will deliver one-to-one tuition in pupils' homes, schools and alternative provision settings. Learners may need academic support, emotional guidance, help with communication or assistance returning to education after periods of absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised tuition based on each pupil's abilities and learning needs.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to encourage engagement and progress.
• Support literacy, numeracy, communication and independent learning skills.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and self-confidence.
• Help pupils develop social skills, resilience and independence.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of learning outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with parents, schools and other professionals.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain a safe learning environment.

Relevant Experience

We welcome applications from tutors experienced in supporting pupils with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Dyslexia and dyspraxia.
• Speech, language and communication difficulties.
• Learning disabilities and developmental needs.
• Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA).
• Behavioural and emotional difficulties.

Experience delivering primary, secondary, GCSE or Functional Skills tuition is desirable.

Essential Requirements

• At least two years' teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Ability to build positive relationships and engage learners.
• Strong communication, patience and organisational skills.
• Confidence in adapting learning activities and supporting challenging behaviour.
• Ability to travel to assignments across Luton and surrounding areas.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

QTS, PGCE or a recognised SEND qualification is desirable but not essential.

Why Join TP Tutors?

• Flexible assignments to match your availability.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Opportunities for ongoing and permanent placements.
• Experience across different educational settings.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Apply today! Join TP Tutors and help children with additional needs access education, develop their abilities and achieve their full potential.

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.

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