Join Our Team as a SEN / SEND Tutor!
Exciting opportunities are available for passionate educators in Somerset and Bristol!
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Disabilities (SEND)? At Targeted Provision, we are on a mission to elevate the educational experience for children facing challenges such as Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).
We are seeking dedicated SEN / SEND tutors who are enthusiastic about transforming the lives of disengaged and vulnerable learners. If you have a genuine passion for education and a desire to support at-risk youth, we want to hear from you!
What We Offer Our SEN / SEND Tutors:
* Flexible part-time to full-time hours tailored to your schedule.
* Opportunities for remote work and online teaching assignments.
* Access to extensive Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and upskilling opportunities, including the full Tes CPD suite.
* A dedicated SEN / SEND Support Team to ensure every placement is a success.
* Join our vibrant tutor community to share best practices, resources, and tips.
* Be part of a child-centered organization committed to transforming support for vulnerable young people.
Your Role as a SEN / SEND Tutor:
* Provide engaging tuition in Maths, English, or Science to young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and other educational needs.
* Support students referred by local authorities and schools in their educational and social-emotional journeys.
* Deliver flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and deliver tailored teaching sessions that meet the unique needs of each student.
* Create engaging and holistic learning experiences that foster educational and social-emotional growth.
* Complete lesson reports and provide constructive feedback on student progress.
What We’re Looking For:
* Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS).
* A minimum of 2 years teaching experience.
* Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, or other additional educational needs.
* Knowledge of safeguarding processes.
* Enhanced DBS (we can assist with obtaining this at cost if needed).
* Two professional references.
* Must be based in the UK with the right to work, even for remote assignments.
It is essential that you promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people while adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
Employment Details:
* This position involves engaging with us as a Worker for short-term assignments as they arise.
* You will work under a contract for service and be paid via PAYE.
* No set amount of work or expenses coverage is provided.
* Our insurance covers the work you do for us.
* This is not a self-employed tutoring position.
Ready to Apply?
We can’t wait to see your CV showcasing your skills and experience that can help us make a difference!
Due to the volume of applications, we may not respond to every applicant, but we aim to contact successful candidates within two weeks.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. With over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK, it’s vital that our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, individuals with disabilities, refugees, migrants, and those living with mental health conditions.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our rigorous processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis, so don’t hesitate to apply!
Relevant Experience:
If you have experience in the following roles, we encourage you to apply:
* SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
* SLD / MLD Teacher
* Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
* Intervention Specialist
* Ex-Teacher
Additionally, candidates with backgrounds in therapeutic and learning support roles such as:
* Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
* Educational Therapist
* Speech and Language Therapist
* Educational Psychologist
* Inclusion Coordinator
If you fit this description and are considering a career change, we would love to hear from you!