At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging practical learning and support students' life skills development.
- Company: Specialist SEMH school in Horley with a focus on personal growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Small class sizes and high staff-to-student ratios create a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in young people's lives and futures.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching, mentoring, or vocational skills; passion for supporting vulnerable youth.
Location: Horley, Surrey
Salary: Competitive (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract: Full-Time, 12-Weeks Temp to Perm or Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Can you build trust before you teach? We are recruiting a Vocational Tutor / Instructor to join a specialist SEMH school in Horley, supporting teenage boys who require a practical, relationship-led approach to education. This is a fantastic opportunity for both qualified teachers and unqualified instructors/tutors who have the ability to engage young people, build positive relationships, and develop the life skills needed for success beyond school. The school follows the Kings Trust Curriculum, placing a strong emphasis on personal development, employability, independence, resilience, and preparing students for adulthood alongside academic learning. Due to the school's location, a driving licence and access to a vehicle is highly desirable, as public transport access can be challenging.
The Role
- Deliver engaging practical and life-skills based learning to small groups of students aged 11–16.
- Focus less on traditional classroom teaching and more on helping young people develop confidence, aspirations, employability skills, and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Work closely with pastoral staff, teachers and therapists to support students who may have experienced barriers to education, helping them re-engage and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver vocational, practical, and life-skills based learning activities.
- Support students to develop employability, communication, and independence skills.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
- Act as a mentor and positive role model.
- Support students with SEMH, behavioural, and additional learning needs.
- Encourage engagement, confidence, resilience, and personal growth.
- Contribute to personalised learning plans and EHCP outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and therapy teams.
- Create a safe, structured, and motivating learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Teachers looking for a more personalised teaching environment.
- Unqualified Teachers, Tutors, Instructors, Coaches or Mentors.
- Youth Workers, Support Workers, or Behaviour Mentors.
- Candidates with vocational, trade, or practical skills backgrounds e.g. Sports coaches or Physical education experience.
- Individuals passionate about supporting vulnerable young people.
You will be:
- An excellent relationship-builder.
- Calm, resilient and patient.
- Creative and adaptable in your approach.
- Focused on developing life skills as well as educational outcomes.
Why Apply?
- Permanent full-time opportunity.
- Small class sizes and high staff-to-student ratios.
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's futures.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression opportunities within specialist education.
- Highly rewarding role where relationships and outcomes matter.
Tutor in Horley employer: NextGen Teachers
NextGen Teachers is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture in the heart of Horsham. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ongoing training and development opportunities to help our staff excel in their roles. Join us to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying the benefits of a fulfilling career in education.
