Job Title: 1:1 Teacher / Behaviour Support Tutor (Qualified or Unqualified) - Secondary School, Blackpool

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (Specific school name provided upon application)

Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary (1-Year Contract)

Start Date: September 2025

Are you an exceptional educator or support professional with a strong passion for helping young people overcome behavioural barriers to learning? Do you thrive in a 1:1 setting, building strong relationships and fostering positive change? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient 1:1 Teacher / Behaviour Support Tutor to join a supportive Secondary School in Blackpool, starting September 2025.

This is a critical full-time, temporary 1-year contract designed to provide intensive, individualised academic and behavioural support to a specific student who requires a tailored approach. We welcome applications from both qualified teachers and talented individuals with significant experience in behaviour management, youth work, or pastoral support who are looking to make a profound difference in a school environment.

The Role:

As the 1:1 Teacher / Behaviour Support Tutor, you will be primarily responsible for:

• Delivering highly individualized academic tuition across a range of subjects, adapting content and pace to the student's unique learning style and needs.

• Implementing effective behaviour management strategies tailored to the student, promoting self-regulation, positive choices, and constructive engagement in learning.

• Building a strong, trusting, and consistent relationship with the student, acting as a key mentor and positive role model.

• Creating a calm, structured, and predictable learning environment that minimises distractions and supports the student's emotional well-being.

• Monitoring and documenting student progress both academically and behaviourally, providing regular feedback to relevant school staff and parents/carers.

• Collaborating closely with the school's SENDCO, pastoral team, senior leadership, and external agencies to ensure a cohesive and holistic support plan.

• Adapting teaching and support methods in response to the student's evolving needs and progress.

• Maintaining accurate records related to attendance, behaviour, and academic achievement.

What We Are Looking For:

Essential (Qualified or Unqualified):

• A genuine passion for supporting young people who present with behavioural challenges.

• Significant experience in behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, and/or pastoral support with adolescents (e.g., in schools, youth work, residential care, therapeutic settings).

• Excellent communication, patience, resilience, and empathy, with a proven ability to build positive rapport.

• An understanding of the underlying causes of challenging behaviour and strategies to address them effectively.

• Ability to work independently, manage complex situations, and maintain professional boundaries.

• A robust commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (if not already held).

Desirable (but not essential):

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or other recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience in 1:1 tuition or working with students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or SEND.

• Knowledge of the UK Secondary National Curriculum.

• Relevant training in behaviour management strategies (e.g., Team Teach, MAPA).

What We Offer:

• The unique opportunity to make a profound and tangible difference in the life of a young person.

• A supportive and collaborative environment within a reputable Blackpool Secondary school.

• Access to school resources, training, and professional guidance from experienced staff.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

• The chance to develop specialist skills in 1:1 teaching and behaviour support.

Application Process:

If you are an empathetic, skilled, and dedicated individual ready for this impactful full-time, temporary (1-year) role, please submit your CV and a comprehensive cover letter to . Your cover letter should clearly outline your experience in behaviour management, your suitability for 1:1 teaching, and your availability for a September 2025 start.

Join our team in Blackpool and help us empower a student to achieve their full potential!