SEND English Tutor - Somerset
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Location: Somerset
Subject: English
Working Arrangement: In-person
About the Role
Quantum Scholars is seeking a patient, supportive and experienced SEND English Tutor to provide personalised educational support to a young person in Somerset.
The successful candidate will have strong English subject knowledge and experience supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and/or Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will be confident adapting your teaching approach to suit individual learning styles, abilities and needs, helping learners build confidence, improve engagement and make meaningful academic progress.
Experience supporting young people who experience anxiety, school avoidance, disengagement or challenging behaviour would be particularly beneficial. The ideal tutor will be calm, flexible and empathetic, with the ability to build positive relationships and create a supportive learning environment.
This role would suit a tutor who can make English accessible and engaging, identify gaps in learning and adapt resources to help a learner progress at their own pace.
Key Responsibilities
The role may involve:
- Delivering tailored, one-to-one English tuition.
- Supporting reading comprehension, spelling, grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and written expression.
- Developing creative writing, analytical writing and communication skills.
- Supporting GCSE English Language and/or Literature where appropriate.
- Identifying gaps in knowledge and planning targeted activities to support progress.
- Adapting teaching methods, resources and session structures to suit the learner's individual needs and abilities.
- Breaking down tasks and concepts into manageable steps to encourage understanding and independence.
- Supporting young people who may experience anxiety, low confidence, school avoidance or disengagement from education.
- Responding calmly and consistently to challenging behaviour, using appropriate positive behaviour strategies where necessary.
- Building a trusting professional relationship while maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries.
- Encouraging confidence, motivation, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Monitoring progress and providing feedback to parents, carers and other relevant professionals where appropriate. xgikmsk
- Maintaining professional standards, confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
Essential Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
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SEND English Tutor employer: Quantum Scholars Careers
Join us as a Philosophy Tutor in Berkshire, where you will have the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on a student's educational journey in a flexible and supportive environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of personalised learning, allowing you to tailor your teaching approach to meet the individual needs and interests of the student, while also offering competitive pay and professional development opportunities. This role not only allows for meaningful engagement with a passionate learner but also supports your growth as an educator in a rewarding one-to-one setting.
