We are seeking dedicated and empathetic in-person tutors to work with secondary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Tutors will be required to deliver Maths and English and provide tailored, supportive learning to pupils who may have experienced significant gaps in their education.
Our pupils come from a wide range of backgrounds, and many require a calm, patient approach to help rebuild confidence and re-engage with learning. This role is ideal for tutors who are adaptable, understanding, and committed to helping young people make meaningful progress.
Locations:
Tutoring will take place in person across Reading, Wokingham, and Bracknell.
Pay:
* £25–£30 per hour, depending on experience and role requirements
Safeguarding Requirements:
* An Enhanced DBS is required
* Tutors must be registered on the DBS Update Service
* If you do not currently hold an enhanced DBS or are not on the update service, you will be able to apply through us
The ideal tutor will:
* Have previous experience supporting children or young people in an educational or related setting (e.g. tutoring, teaching, SEN support, teaching assistant roles, youth work)
* Be confident delivering secondary-level Maths and English
* Have experience working with SEN pupils
* Have relevant knowledge or experience working with Looked After Children (LAC) (highly desirable)
* Be patient, reliable, and able to adapt sessions to meet individual needs
* Be comfortable supporting pupils from a wide variety of social and educational backgrounds
Hours & Commitment:
* A minimum availability of 10 hours per week is required
* Tutors seeking a fuller timetable would typically work with 2–3 pupils
* Consistency, reliability, and professionalism are essential
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver structured, engaging, and personalised Maths and English sessions in person
* Support pupils with gaps in learning and low confidence
* Accurately record attendance and complete a lesson summary after each day
* Build positive working relationships with pupils and maintain clear communication
If you have a background in education and are passionate about making a real difference to young people’s lives, we would be delighted to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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