Location: South Essex Cluster (Basildon, Benfleet, Hawkwell & surrounding areas)
Contract Type: Flexible / Sessional / Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities available
Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rates (commensurate with experience & qualifications)
About the Role
Are you a passionate educator or therapeutic practitioner looking to make a transformative difference in the lives of children and young people outside mainstream education?
We are seeking dedicated Academic & Therapeutic Tutors to deliver tailored, 1-to-1 and small-group support for pupils in our South Essex Cluster .
Our students often present with complex needs, including Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), or barriers related to school trauma and anxiety. You will play a pivotal role in re-engaging these learners, building their self-belief, and delivering high-impact academic and therapeutic interventions.
Coverage Area
This role covers a compact, highly accessible geographic cluster across South Essex. Pupils are primarily located within a tight triangle between:
Basildon
Benfleet
Hawkwell
(Travel between locations is minimal, with key hubs situated within 5-12 miles of one another.)
Key Responsibilities
Tailored Academic Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning sessions aligned with the national curriculum, functional skills, or vocational pathways.
Therapeutic Engagement: Utilise trauma-informed, therapeutic approaches to help students regulate emotions, develop resilience, and rebuild confidence.
Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs): Assess pupil needs, monitor progress, and adapt delivery to match each student's unique pace and learning style.
Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Maintain rigorous safeguarding standards, act as a trusted key professional, and liaise closely with parents, carers, multi-agency teams, and local authorities.
Progress Tracking: Provide qualitative feedback and session notes to tra...
Academic & Therapeutic Tutors - South Essex in Colchester employer: Randstad Student Support Careers
Randstad Student Support is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both staff and students. Located in Liverpool, this role as a Disability Adviser provides meaningful opportunities for professional growth while making a significant impact on the lives of disabled students. With a commitment to diversity and support, employees benefit from ongoing training and development, ensuring they are well-equipped to provide tailored assistance in a world-class educational environment.
Contact Details:
Randstad Student Support Careers Recruitment Team
