Job Description
Join Our Team as a Core Subject SEN/SEND Tutor!
Exciting opportunities are available in Tyne and Wear, and we’re hiring continuously to meet the diverse needs of our students.
At Targeted Provision, we are on a mission to revolutionize education for young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Disabilities (SEND), including those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. We are dedicated to supporting children with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and we need passionate tutors like you to make a difference!
If you have a genuine desire to transform the lives of disengaged and vulnerable learners, we want to hear from you! This role is perfect for qualified SEN/SEND teachers who are eager to provide 1:1 tutoring in a creative, flexible, and trauma-informed manner.
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 Continuing 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 improving support for vulnerable young people.
Your Role as an 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 and holistic tutoring that is trauma-informed and tailored to individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and prepare each tutoring session to meet the unique needs of your students.
* Deliver engaging and holistic sessions that advance both educational and social-emotional development.
* Complete lesson reports and provide constructive feedback on student progress.
Requirements to Join Our Team:
* 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 well-being of children and young people while adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
Employment Status:
* 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 or teaching position.
Ready to Apply?
We can’t wait to see your CV showcasing your skills and experience that can make a real difference!
Due to the volume of applications, we may not respond to every applicant. However, we aim to reach out to successful candidates within two weeks.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. With over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK, it’s crucial that our tutors reflect the diversity of our students. We are committed to engaging tutors from various backgrounds to enrich the experiences of our learners.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our rigorous processes to ensure their suitability for working with children and young people.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis, so don’t hesitate to apply!
Relevant Job Titles / Previous 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 from therapeutic and learning support backgrounds may include:
* Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
* Educational Therapist
* Speech and Language Therapist
* Educational Psychologist
* Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change, we would love to hear from you!