SEND Tutor - Full Time

We are seeking a passionate and experienced SEND Tutor to support learners with learning difficulties and disabilities (LDD/SEND) in a dynamic and supportive educational environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual committed to helping young people develop independence, achieve qualifications, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

* Plan and prepare engaging course and training materials

* Deliver GCSE and Functional Skills in Maths and English, including embedded learning

* Conduct initial assessments and diagnostics (including English and maths)

* Maintain accurate learner records and complete all required documentation in a timely manner

* Ensure programmes meet quality standards for IQA and EQA requirements

* Support learners with SEND across a variety of classroom settings

* Implement and lead positive behaviour management strategies

* Monitor and review Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)

* Promote independence, confidence, and self-help skills in learners

* Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and external professionals

* Attend networking events to promote provision (where required)

Essential Requirements:

* Recognised teaching qualification

* Minimum Level 2 Maths and English (GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent)

* Experience delivering GCSE/Functional Skills Maths and English

* Experience working with young people with SEND and/or behavioural needs

* Strong behaviour management skills and ability to handle challenging situations

* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

* Ability to work effectively as part of a team

* A flexible, proactive, and resilient approach

Desirable:

* Level 5 teaching qualification

* SEND or behaviour-related qualifications

* Experience in an educational or specialist setting

* Strong IT skills

Personal Qualities:

* Self-motivated with a high level of initiative

* Enthusiastic and able to motivate learners

* Adaptable, innovative, and solution-focused

* Committed to continuous improvement and high standards

* A positive approach with a good sense of humour

* Passionate about empowering young people with additional needs

Additional Requirements:

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion

Up-to-date safeguarding and child protection knowledge

Willingness to work flexibly to meet learner needs

Full UK driving licence and access to own transport

This role offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, supporting them towards independence, employment, and further education.

If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to take on a meaningful challenge, we would love to hear from you.

SENCare Recruitment provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) professionals for SEN schools, mainstream schools, residential care homes and 1-1 home support through local authorities, across the UK. We can offer short/long term placements on a temporary and permanent basis for specialist SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers, social workers, VI/HI practitioners and mid-day meal supervisors