SEN / SEND Tutor, South Yorkshire

SEN / SEND Tutors for Young People with SEND, SEMH, and other Additional Educational Needs required in South Yorkshire. Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasing support for children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in South Yorkshire. You will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists. This role is ideal for qualified SEN / SEND teachers eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with various learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to enhance their engagement and educational outlook.

What We Offer Our SEN / SEND Tutors:

• Flexible part-time to full-time hours to suit your schedule
• Occasional remote jobs and online teaching assignments from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite
• A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure successful placements for the young person and you
• Invitation to join our tutor community to share best practices, resources, and tips
• A place within a child-centred company committed to improving support for vulnerable young people

The SEN / SEND Tutor Role:

• Providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• Supporting young people in their educational and social-emotional journeys through flexible, trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

SEN / SEND Tutor Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Planning each teaching, tutoring, or mentoring session
• Delivering holistic and engaging sessions tailored to meet individual needs
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on progress

SEN / SEND Tutor Requirements:

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other Needs
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures
• Enhanced DBS (assistance available at cost)
• Two professional references
• Must reside in the UK with the right to work, even for remote assignments

It is essential that you can promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people and adhere to safeguarding policies at all times.

Employment Status:

This position involves engaging with us as a Worker for short-term engagements. Work through a contract for service and paid via PAYE. No guaranteed amount of work or expenses coverage. Insurance covers your work for us. This is not a self-employed tutoring/teaching role.

Application Process:

We look forward to receiving your CV highlighting relevant skills and experience. Due to high application volumes, responses will be limited to successful candidates within two weeks. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including minority groups, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities, refugees, migrants, and those with mental health conditions, to apply. We take Safer Recruitment seriously; all candidates must pass our strict suitability checks before working with children and young people. Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis.

Relevant Roles and Experience:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher
• Other relevant roles include Learning Support Assistant, Educational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist, Educational Psychologist, Inclusion Coordinator.

If you meet the requirements and are considering a career change, apply with us.