At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 SEND tuition and mentoring to support students with diverse needs.
- Company: Quantum Scholars, a key player in Hillingdon's Alternative Provision network.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, immediate work opportunities, and ongoing support from an experienced team.
- Other info: Join a growing team with meaningful work and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying flexible working arrangements.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Quantum Scholars is an approved provider within Hillingdon's Alternative Provision network. Due to ongoing referrals from Hillingdon Council, we are expanding our team of SEND Tutors and Learning Mentors. Immediate work is available, with substantial growth expected from September 2026 and ongoing opportunities throughout the academic year.
As a 1:1 SEND Tutor and Learning Mentor, you will support children and young people who are unable to access mainstream education. Working on a one-to-one basis, you will provide personalised tuition, mentoring and learning support to help students build confidence, engage with education and achieve positive outcomes. Students may be primary or secondary age and present with needs including Autism, SEMH, anxiety, EBSA, trauma-related difficulties, medical needs and other barriers to learning. Support is typically delivered within students' homes, with parents or carers present, although some students may access support in community settings or as part of a transition back into education.
Responsibilities
- Delivering personalised 1:1 SEND tuition and support
- Providing mentoring and emotional support
- Building positive relationships with students and families
- Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
- Recording progress and providing feedback
Suitable Backgrounds
- Teaching Assistant (TA)
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- SEND Support Worker
- Learning Mentor
- Behaviour Mentor
- Youth Worker
- Tutor
What We're Looking For
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND
- A calm, patient and adaptable approach
- Confidence working independently on a 1:1 basis
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and positive outcomes
Why Join Quantum Scholars?
- Immediate and ongoing work available
- Flexible schedules from part-time to full-time hours
- Consistent referrals through Hillingdon Council
- Meaningful 1:1 work that makes a genuine difference
- Ongoing support from an experienced education team
All successful applicants will be required to complete safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right‑to‑work verification.
SEND LSA - Ruislip in London) employer: Academics
Quantum Scholars is an exceptional employer, offering flexible part-time and full-time opportunities for SEND Tutors and Learning Mentors in Ruislip and surrounding areas. With a strong commitment to meaningful 1:1 support, our work culture fosters personal growth and development, backed by ongoing referrals from Hillingdon Council and a dedicated education team that ensures you have the resources needed to make a genuine impact in students' lives.
