Tutor - Whichkam

SEND Specialist Tutor (SEMH & Complex Needs - Year
9)

We are looking for a patient, adaptable tutor who can deliver engaging, personalised sessions that focus on rebuilding confidence, encouraging engagement with learning, and supporting the student's emotional wellbeing. The emphasis is on creating a safe, supportive environment where the student can make positive progress both academically and personally.

The tuition will be delivered on a 1:1 basis for 15 hours per week, ideally during school hours. You will also complete weekly progress reports.

• Location:
  
  Whickham
• Position: SEND Specialist Tutor (SEMH & Complex Needs)
• Type of work:
  Contract
• Start date:
  
  ASAP
• Setting:
  Student's home or local community setting (e.g. learning hub/library)
• Duration:
  Ongoing, until a suitable school placement is secured
• Contract type:
  Temporary
• Hours:
  
  15 hours per week
• Rate of pay: up to GBP
  30 per hour (negotiable)

• Build a positive and trusting relationship to support engagement in learning.
• Deliver tailored, engagement‑focused sessions that meet the needs of a Year 11 learner.
• Support the student’s SEMH development, helping them regulate emotions and build resilience.
• Provide guidance and structure during a key stage in their education and transition planning.
• Promote confidence, independence and life skills through structured activities.
• Create a calm, consistent and safe learning environment.
• Monitor and assess progress, providing clear feedback to families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and complete weekly reports.

• Children‑related or Education‑based qualification.
• Experience working with students with complex SEND and SEMH needs.
• Background in teaching, tutoring or support work.
• Must be patient, resilient and creative in the approach to learning.
• Must be able to think outside the box and adapt sessions to maintain engagement.

• Right to work in the UK.
• Holder of an enhanced child‑barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service, or willingness to apply for a new one.
• Must be able to provide references covering the last two years.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.