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Job Description: Private Tutor for Primary School Children with SEND and SEMH Position: Private Tutor Location: Flexible (In-person or online) Hours: Part-time or full-time, based on availability Salary: Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications Role Overview We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and experienced private tutor to provide one-on-one teaching support for primary school children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges. The tutor will focus on delivering personalized learning plans, fostering academic progress, and building confidence in a supportive and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities 1. Personalized Learning Support: • Design and deliver tailored lesson plans that address the individual learning needs and abilities of each child. • Support core primary subjects (e.g., literacy, numeracy, and science) while incorporating the child’s interests to enhance engagement. 2. Emotional and Social Development: • Build positive relationships to establish trust and a sense of safety. • Use strategies to support the child’s emotional regulation and social interaction skills. • Create a calm and structured learning environment that reduces anxiety and promotes focus. 3. Progress Monitoring and Reporting: • Assess and track the child’s progress, adjusting teaching methods and goals as needed. • Provide regular updates to parents/carers, including detailed progress reports and strategies for at-home support. 4. Collaboration with Professionals: • Work closely with parents, schools, and other professionals (e.g., therapists, SENCOs) to ensure a cohesive approach to the child’s education and development. 5. Incorporating SEND Strategies: • Implement appropriate teaching techniques such as scaffolding, multi-sensory learning, and the use of visual aids. • Use assistive technology or tools, as required, to support learning. Qualifications and Skills Essential: • Proven experience working with primary school children, particularly those with SEND and SEMH needs. • Understanding of individualized education plans (IEPs) and effective intervention strategies. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage children and liaise with parents and professionals. • Patience, empathy, and adaptability to cater to diverse learning styles and challenges. • Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies. Desirable: • Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent). • Additional training in SEND/SEMH (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, trauma-informed approaches). • Experience with assistive technology or therapeutic techniques (e.g., sensory integration, play therapy). Benefits • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life. • Flexible working hours and location. • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities. • Supportive and collaborative work environment. How to Apply If you are passionate about helping children with SEND and SEMH reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role This role offers the opportunity to provide vital support and help shape a brighter future for children with unique learning needs.

We are looking for two enthusiastic, hard-working individuals to work in our new homework club! You will be assisting a lead tutor in delivering our new program, ‘Educational Enrichment at The Trust.’ Working in a strong team of three (one lead tutor and two assistants), you will help create links between local primary schools, parents and students to further local young people’s educational development. You will be required to attend 4, 2-hour sessions a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and ideally Saturday) where you will be responsible for administrative duties and supporting students. Weekday sessions are 4:30- 6:30, Saturday sessions 11 –1 although these hours may be flexible for the right candidate. This role is term time only and will be £20 an hour. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a small charity while making a difference in your local community. Responsibilities: Taking the register and making sure all student details are logged in an appropriate fashion. Supporting students at the lead tutor’s request. Making sure all materials are ready for each session. Helping to compile progress reports for parents. Helping to establish good working relationships with local primary schools. Conduct interviews with students at the start of the program to help ascertain their educational goals. Conduct interviews with students at the midpoint of the program to check their progress. Conduct interviews with students at the end of the program to ascertain how it (the program) has helped them achieve their goals. Compile the above interviews into a presentation to be given at the conclusion of the program. Create a paper copy of this presentation. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · Must have an up-t-o-date DBS Check. · Must have (at least) three years working in education/ with young people and references to show it. Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships with the staff, trustees, and the public. The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from parents and students. The ability to maintain the confidentiality of client information. The ability to work in a team.