At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personalised support to vulnerable children through tutoring and mentoring.
- Company: Join Quantum Scholars, a leader in alternative education provision.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and ongoing work opportunities.
- Other info: Start in September 2026 with consistent referrals across Herefordshire.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives and their education.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND/SEMH needs and strong communication skills required.
Start Date: September 2026. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Quantum Scholars is proud to have been approved onto Herefordshire Council's Alternative Provision Framework and is preparing for a significant increase in learner referrals across Herefordshire and the surrounding areas from September 2026. As our provision grows, we are looking to build a dedicated network of SEND Tutors, SEMH Tutors, Mentors, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Mentors, Youth Workers, Pastoral Support Staff, and SEND Support Workers who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Many of the learners we support are currently outside mainstream education and may present with:
- SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs)
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- ADHD
- Anxiety and other mental‑health needs
- Trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
- Medical needs
- Behavioural challenges
- Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
Responsibilities
- Provide personalised, face‑to‑face support tailored to each learner's individual needs through one‑to‑one tuition and mentoring, SEND and SEMH interventions, academic, social and emotional support, EOTAS (Education Otherwise Than At School) provision, and alternative provision support.
- Deliver confidence‑building and learner engagement activities.
- Sessions are typically delivered in a learner's home or within an appropriate community setting, providing flexible, individualised support.
- Work across Herefordshire (Hereford, Ross‑on‑Wye, Leominster, Ledbury, Bromyard, Kington and surrounding areas) and travel as required.
- Maintain accurate and timely record keeping of support sessions and learner progress.
Requirements
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
- A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
- Previous experience in tutoring, mentoring, teaching, youth work, pastoral care or SEND support.
- An Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
- Ability to travel across Herefordshire and surrounding areas.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is highly desirable.
What We Offer
- Flexible opportunities to fit around your availability.
- Consistent referrals throughout the academic year (September 2026 start with ongoing work available).
- Rewarding face‑to‑face tutoring and mentoring opportunities.
- Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on a young person's education, wellbeing and future.
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs and are looking for a rewarding opportunity from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you. Join Quantum Scholars and help transform the educational journey of young people across Herefordshire.
SEND/SEMH Tutor & Mentor - Flexible Local Roles in Kington employer: Quantum
Quantum Scholars is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible and rewarding environment for SEND Tutors in Taunton. With a strong focus on meaningful 1:1 teaching, our supportive work culture fosters professional growth and development, allowing you to make a genuine impact on vulnerable learners' lives. Join us to enjoy competitive rates and the opportunity to work closely with students in their own communities, making every lesson count.
