Tutor, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities, School Counselor

Position: Tutor (Contract)
Location: Greater London

Are you passionate about inclusive education and ready to transform the learning experience for a young person in need?

Teacher Active is seeking dedicated and adaptable 1:1 Tutors to deliver alternative provision for students across Medway These young people are currently out of mainstream education due to a range of complex circumstances — including SEND, SEMH needs, trauma, exclusion, or being in care — and your support could be the turning point in their journey.

About the Role:

You’ll work with pupils on a 1:1 basis in their homes (with a parent/carer always present) or in community spaces such as libraries or children’s centres. Every learner is unique, so you’ll need to tailor your sessions and build strong, trusting relationships to foster a positive and engaging learning environment.

What You’ll Do:

Deliver high-quality, personalised 1:1 tuition session in safe, agreed locations
Build rapport with students who may have disengaged from traditional education
Work collaboratively with parents/carers, education consultants, and local authorities
Support reintegration into school settings or transitions to specialist provision
Adapt your teaching style to suit a wide range of needs and backgrounds

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 6 months experience supporting young people with SEND, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
Empathetic, calm, and resilient mindset with a trauma-informed approach
Ability to plan and deliver creative, engaging learning activities
Flexibility to work around individual learner needs and schedules
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

Competitive pay, paid weekly
Ongoing CPD opportunities and support
Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule
A dedicated team of consultants available to support the onboarding process
Referral scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services