Tutor, Tutoring, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

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Are you a passionate SEN Tutor ready to make a difference? Do you have a genuine passion for empowering young people with learning disabilities? If you’re a qualified teacher and have a creative flair for engaging learners, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join our vibrant Supported Internship program in Northampton! We have an opportunity for a Tutor position available in our Northampton team as a full‑time tutor (37.5 hours per week) permanently.

You’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties and/or autism access the world of work.

Mencap’s Internships combine education and work experience to prepare our learners for employment. As a tutor you will focus on the delivery of the educational element of supported internships programmes.

• Inspire young minds: create dynamic and engaging lessons that seamlessly integrate English and math into real‑world employability skills.
• Develop essential life skills: equip learners with practical life skills to navigate their communities with confidence and independence.
• Think outside the box: design innovative and fun lessons that spark curiosity and foster a love of learning.
• Collaborate for success: work closely with team members to provide holistic support and help learners secure paid employment.
• Deliver accredited qualifications: teach accredited functional skills in English and maths to prepare learners for future success.
• Enjoy dedicated planning time: we provide a full day each week to focus on planning and administrative tasks so you can deliver the best possible support to your learners.
• Flexible leave: we don’t follow the academic year calendar, so you can take annual leave throughout the year, providing flexibility for your work‑life balance.

• Qualifications: A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS) is preferred. Candidates with a Level 3 qualification and willingness to undertake a Level 5 qualification post‑probation will be considered. GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, learning difficulties and/or autism.
• Experience delivering functional skills in English and Maths up to level 2.
• Proven ability to deliver against targets and KPIs.
• Experience working with a diverse range of learners.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Desirable: Experience delivering functional skills in English and math;
  Experience working in a supported internship setting;
  Knowledge of employment‑related skills and training.
• Personal qualities: Passionate about supporting young people with SEN;
  Creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning;
  Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances;
  Positive and enthusiastic attitude;
  Resilient and able to work under pressure.

Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:
We offer 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro‑rata), discounts at leading high‑street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest‑free loans and more. For further details, please see the attached benefits document.

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