SEN and Alternative Provision Tutor

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and flexible tutor to provide tailored academic support to Year 10/ Year 9 students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping learners overcome barriers and achieve their potential in a supportive environment.

Key Details:

• Location: Wokingham
• Hours: 10-40 hours per week
• Session Structure:
  
  • One-to-one (1:1), two-to-one (2:1) group sessions.
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate both tutor and student needs.
• Subjects: Maths and English (Key Stage 3/4)
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Contract: Ongoing

Responsibilities:

• Personalised Learning Support:
  
  • Deliver engaging and effective Maths and English tuition tailored to the individual needs of Year 9/10 students working towards Key Stage 3/4 objectives.
  • Identify gaps in knowledge and implement targeted interventions to address them.
• SEMH-Focused Strategies:
  
  • Use approaches that support students with SEMH challenges, fostering confidence, resilience, and motivation to learn.
  • Build strong rapport and trust to create a positive, safe learning environment.
• Group Dynamics:
  
  • Adapt teaching methods to suit varying group sizes (1:1, 2:1) while ensuring individual attention for each learner.
  • Facilitate peer interaction in small group settings to encourage collaboration and social skills development.
• Progress Monitoring:
  
  • Regularly assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to encourage growth and improvement.
  • Maintain detailed records of session activities, student performance, and areas for further development.
• Flexibility:
  
  • Adjust lesson plans and teaching methods to meet the evolving needs of students.
  • Adapt to flexible scheduling to accommodate students’ availability and any unforeseen changes.

Essential Requirements:

• Subject Expertise:
  
  • Proven experience teaching Maths and English at Key Stage 3/4 level.
  • Strong subject knowledge and ability to simplify complex concepts for students who may be working below age-related expectations.
• Understanding of SEMH Needs:
  
  • Demonstrated experience working with students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges.
  • Familiarity with strategies to support engagement, reduce anxiety, and manage behaviour effectively.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to establish trust and maintain positive connections with students.
  • Patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet the individual needs of each learner.
• Organisation and Commitment:
  
  • Well-organised and committed to providing consistent, high-quality support.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as needed.

Desired Skills:

• Experience working in an alternative provision or similar educational setting.
• Knowledge of effective assessment tools to track and report progress.
• Creativity in delivering lessons that are both engaging and relevant to the learners’ interests and aspirations.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting students with additional needs, helping them achieve their academic goals while building their confidence and independence.

If you are flexible, patient, and committed to making a difference, we encourage you to apply and join our team in transforming lives through education.