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Motor Mechanic Tutor, Bury Saint Edmunds
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Client:
Teaching Personnel
Location:
Bury Saint Edmunds, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
6
Posted:
15.07.2025
Expiry Date:
29.08.2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Motor Mechanics Tutor (SEN School)
Contract Type: Full-Time ideally, but open to flexible
Start Date: September, to interview asap
Transport: Must have own vehicle
QTS: Not required
About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate, practical, and patient Motor Mechanics Tutor to join our specialist SEN school in Bury St Edmunds, working with secondary-aged pupils (11–16) who have SEND, particularly SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs.
This is a hands-on teaching role, ideal for someone with a strong background in motor mechanics who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, accessible lessons tailored to learners’ individual needs and abilities, supported by the wider School and online resources.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and deliver motor mechanics sessions that are practical, engaging, and aligned with individual EHCPs and learning targets
Create a supportive, structured, and encouraging workshop environment
Use real-world and project-based learning to inspire students who may struggle in traditional classroom settings
Promote self-esteem, teamwork, and independence through vocational learning
Adapt content and teaching style to accommodate diverse needs, particularly SEMH-related barriers
Work collaboratively with SEN staff, therapists, and pastoral teams
Maintain accurate records of progress, behaviour, and engagement
Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times
Proven experience in motor mechanics or vehicle maintenance (industry or teaching/training background)
A genuine passion for working with young people with SEMH and other SEND
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Ability to engage reluctant or disaffected learners
Own transport
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Desirable (but not essential):
Experience working in a school, alternative provision, or youth work setting
Basic understanding of EHCPs and SEMH strategies
Any relevant teaching or assessor qualifications (e.g. PTLLS, AET, TAQA)
What We Offer:
A supportive and dedicated team of SEN professionals
Opportunities for free CPD and vocational education training
The chance to shape and grow a practical curriculum that really works for our learners
If you are interested and would like to find out more, please send over your CV asap. We are looking to interview immediately
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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