Alternative Education Tutor

£30–£36 per hour | Full-time & Part-time Roles Available | Community Impact

We are also recruiting across Somerset and surrounding areas, including:
Frome | Yeovil | Bridgwater | Taunton | Wells | and more

Are you looking for rewarding Alternative Education Tutor jobs in Crewkerne, Somerset? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?

Lexia Education Services are seeking dedicated, specialist tutors to support vulnerable students struggling to access education. Through bespoke one-to-one tutoring we aim to provide positive community impact for children across Somerset.

• Specialist Tuition – Offering creative child-centered interventions, collaborating and working towards a personalised package of academic, interest-based and mentor-focused support for learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH).
• Creative Interventions – Use flexible strategies to improve engagement, build confidence, and develop social and emotional skills.
• Multi-Agency Working– Collaborate and communicate with families, professionals, and the wider team to promote the best interests of the child.
• Monitoring Progress – Record and report tangible examples of the student's work, targets, and development throughout the provision.

• Competitive Salary – £30–£36 per hour for your high-quality SEN tuition in Crewkerne, Somerset.
• Career Progression - Expand your skills, refine your tutoring techniques and open doors to new career opportunities in the education sector.
• Professional Guidance - Stay connected and feel supported in your role, with help from Lexia’s pro‑active internal team.
• Flexible Tutoring Roles – We prioritise and adapt to your preferences and availability, providing local full‑time, part‑time and hybrid roles.
• Community Intervention - Make a positive impact to children and families within your local community.
• Professional Development – Access annual CPD training, enhancing your skills and knowledge.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – A recognised teaching qualification is required.
• Experience – At least 3 years of teaching/student support experience – experience working with SEN, SEMH learners is ideal but not essential.
• Commitment - A genuine passion and dedication to supporting vulnerable children and young people in need of your support.
• Communication Skills – Strong ability to engage effectively with students, families, and professionals.

• Community Impact – Help shape the students’ academic and personal growth, leaving a lasting and positive impact on their futures.
• Trusted Network – Work with an award‑winning organisation recognised by schools and local authorities across Somerset.
• Community - Work within a collaborative and supportive community that cares about the well‑being and development of both staff and students.

“I've been a tutor at Lexia for over a year, and I've truly appreciated the supportive staff, which makes it a fantastic company to work for. The flexibility to choose my hours has significantly improved my work/life balance. I highly recommend Lexia to anyone seeking a positive and fulfilling work experience!”

— Eloise, Alternative Education Tutor at Lexia Education Services

Those coming from a teaching background may have previously worked in roles such as:

• SENDCo or Inclusion
  Lead
• Teacher supporting students with SLD
  , MLD
  , or complex
  needs
• Autism /
  ADHD
  Specialist
  Teacher
• Intervention
  Tutor
• Classroom
  Teacher looking to transition into a more targeted support role