SEN Specialist Tutor

Description

SEN Specialist Tutor - Flexible Hours

Location: BexleyPosition: SEN Specialist TutorHours: 0-40 hours per week (0 hour contract)Pay Rate: GBP25-GBP35 per hourContract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term

We are seeking dedicated and experienced SEN Tutors to provide personalised educational support to children and young people with a range of additional learning needs. This rewarding opportunity involves delivering tailored tuition programmes designed to help learners build confidence, re-engage with education, and achieve meaningful academic and personal progress.

Tutors will work on a one-to-one basis with learners across various age groups, delivering approximately 10-15 hours of support per student each week.

About the RoleAs an SEN Specialist Tutor, you will design and deliver engaging, individualised learning sessions that reflect each learner's unique strengths, challenges, and educational goals. You will work closely with families, schools, and other professionals to ensure learning programmes align with EHCP outcomes and support long-term development.

Students may present with a variety of needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD)ADHDDyslexiaDyscalculiaSpeech and Language DifficultiesSEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needsSchool anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality, learner-centred tuition in person.Assess learning needs and create structured intervention plans.Support pupils in working towards EHCP targets and educational outcomes.Build positive, trusting relationships with learners and their families.Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs and learning styles.Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of achievement and engagement.Provide regular updates to parents, carers, and relevant professionals.Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence in learning.Candidate RequirementsPrevious experience supporting children or young people with SEN (minimum two years preferred).Strong understanding of a range of SEND profiles and effective intervention strategies.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Ability to engage and motivate learners who may have experienced barriers to education.Patient, adaptable, and empathetic approach.Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners and improving outcomes.Desirable QualificationsQualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification.SEN-related qualifications or training.Experience within alternative provision, outreach tuition, specialist settings, or mainstream schools supporting SEND learners.This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people by helping them access education in a way that works for them and supports their individual journey toward success.

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