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Are you a qualified and creative SEN Tutor looking to make a real difference?
If youre passionate about empowering young people with learning disabilities to reach their full potential, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
Join our supportive team at the Mencap Training Academy in Islington, where you will play a key role in delivering the educational component of our Study Programme. This programme supports young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism to develop essential life skills and prepare for Supported Internships and employment.
What Youll Do
Teaching & Learning Responsibilities
* Design and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that integrate Functional Skills in English and Maths into real-world employability contexts.
* Support learners in developing practical life skills that promote independence and confidence in their local communities.
* Deliver accredited qualifications in English and Maths, helping learners achieve up to Level 2.
Collaborative Support & Development
* Work closely with colleagues to provide holistic support tailored to each learners needs.
* Assist learners in preparing for and progressing into paid employment.
* Contribute to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
What We Offer
* Dedicated Planning Time: One full day each week for planning and administrative tasks.
* Flexible Annual Leave: We dont follow the traditional academic calendar, offering greater flexibility to support your work-life balance.
* Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a passionate and experienced team that shares your commitment to inclusive education.
Qualifications
Essential Skills and Qualifications
* A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) is preferred.
* Candidates with a Level 3 teaching qualification and a willingness to work towards a Level 5 will be considered.
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
Experience
* Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities, difficulties, and/or autism.
* Proven delivery of Functional Skills English and Maths (up to Level 2).
* Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively and support a diverse range of learners.
* Track record of working towards targets and KPIs.
Desirable
* Experience working within a Supported Internship or employability-based setting.
* Knowledge of employment preparation and workplace skills training.
* Creative, flexible, and resilient approach to teaching and learner engagement.
* Strong team player with a positive and solution-focused attitude.
Want to Learn More?
Would you like to see the kind of impact were making at the Mencap Training Academy?
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For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Jade Frater at:
If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and help shape their future, we encourage you to apply today.
Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package to support our team members. For more information, please see the attached details.
About Mencap
We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.
Our work includes;
* providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
* providing advice through our help lines and web sites
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