Education Keyworker
Posted 4 days ago
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Education Keyworker / Higher Level Teaching Assistant
SEMH School / Alternative Provision - Portsmouth
Salary: Band G, 32,061-36,363 per annum, actual salary for 37hrs per week, term time plus 1 week 28,115-31,887 per annum. Plus generous sick pay and pension scheme
Please note: Must have a full clean driving license and be willing to use your vehicle for school business - mileage paid at 45p per mile. Ideally located in Portsmouth.
Academics are looking for an experienced, passionate Education Keyworker who is creative, empathetic and able to build strong relationships with both highly vulnerable and challenging students who are unable to access mainstream education to join an SEMH School/Alternative Provision in Portsmouth. The suitable Education Keyworker will be someone who is looking for an education support / pastoral / mentor role, a role that fits outside the box.
You will be required to work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and your role will be to help reignite their love for learning, build their confidence, be that trusted adult the student needs and help them to believe in themselves. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people who face significant barriers to education. You will ideally live in the Portsmouth area as all students live locally.
The suitable Education Keyworker will be:
Supporting students in breaking down barriers and delivering structured interventions to support academic, social and emotional development.
Developing, delivering, and evaluating a dynamic program of creative and accredited learning opportunities including the development of Individual Learning Plans and Educational Health Care Plans.
Assessing and monitoring student progress.
Bringing patience, creativity, and a sense of humour to the everyday challenges of alternative education
Building positive, trusting relationships to help students overcome challenges.
Delivering support, adapting learning to meet individual needs by creating a welcoming, safe, and stimulating learning environment.
Encouraging confidence, resilience, and self-esteem in young people, helping students see their potential even when they can't see it themselves.
Using trauma-informed and restorative approaches to help students feel safe, valued and understood.
Translating a "I'm not doing it" into a "Alright, I'll give it a go"
They are looking for an Education Keyworker with:
Experience working with children with SEMH needs
A team player who thrives in a supportive, passionate environment working collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies.
An NVQ Level 4 or equivalent with solid literacy and numeracy skills.
A relationship builder. Someone who's adaptable & resilient - every day is different, and challenges require creative solutions.
Passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping young people succeed.
If you live in Portsmouth and feel you are suited to the above position, please apply!
Education Psychologist
Posted 132 days ago
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PAYE: £931.50 per assessment
Umbrella/LTD: £1200 per assessment
Essential Information:Candidates must commit to a minimum of 3 assessments per month .
The role will run until March 2025 , and candidates must be available for the entire duration.
5 years of experience in Educational Psychology is required to practise as a contractor.
Candidates must possess either a Doctorate in Educational Psychology (PhD) or a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology , or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants must provide 2 anonymised reports for Hampshire County Council (HCC) to review alongside their CV submission.
All reports will be reviewed, and feedback will be provided where necessary.
About the Role:To contribute to improving the quality of education provided by maintained schools and academies in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for children and young people, especially those with SEN, by:
Providing psychological advice (including statutory advice) to SEN services and other officers for children and young people aged 0 – 25 .
Providing psychological advice and support to communities, schools, parents, children, and young people.
Contributing to multi-agency support for children and young people.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:Act as a consultant on psychological matters with parents, carers, teachers, and other professionals working with children and young people.
Work with staff in the Education and Inclusion branch to contribute to school effectiveness.
Prepare and maintain written records.
Provide statutory advice to Local Authorities in accordance with the SEN Code of Practice.
Attend SEN and disability tribunals as required by the Local Authority.
RequirementsCandidates must commit to a minimum of 3 assessments per month .
5 years of experience in Educational Psychology to practise as a contractor.
PhD/Doctorate or Master’s in Educational Psychology , or equivalent.
Candidates must provide 2 anonymised reports for HCC to review with CV submission.
All reports will be read and checked, with critique where necessary.
BenefitsCompetitive pay rates with PAYE and Umbrella/LTD options.
Flexible remote working, with occasional travel to Winchester.
Opportunity to contribute to the improvement of SEN services in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Religious Education Teacher
Posted 5 days ago
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About The Role
Ark Charter Academy
Teacher of Religious Education
Reporting to: Head of RE
Location: Ark Charter Academy
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Salary: £32,251 - £1,051 (MPS/UPS)
Start Date: 05/01/2026
Interviews will take place as suitable candidates apply so early application is highly encouraged.
Inspire. Educate. Empower.
This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that champions innovation, values curiosity, and fosters ambition. Ark Charter Academy is seeking a passionate Teacher of Religious Education who can deliver dynamic, thought-provoking lessons and contribute to a culture of academic excellence and personal growth.
Summary of the Role
As a Teacher of RE, you’ll be central to delivering a rich curriculum that explores philosophical, ethical, and spiritual questions, equipping students with the tools to understand themselves and the world around them. We are looking for a committed professional who can inspire young people to think critically and question deeply.
At Charter, we believe in challenging our students and holding them to the highest standards – both academically and in their conduct. Our aim is to nurture confident, articulate, and resilient individuals who embody courage, respect, and curiosity.
This role is suitable for Early Careers Teachers.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Qualified to teach and work in the UK
- A degree in RE or a related subject
- A genuine enthusiasm for teaching RE and igniting a love of the subject
- A reflective, resilient, and driven educator committed to securing the best outcomes for all students.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for any questions, please contact Keah Stell, HR Advisor, on
Benefits
- Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
- 10 inset days (of which at least one is dedicated to staff wellbeing)
- A behaviour policy that ensures disruption-free learning
- Development opportunities for future leaders
- Generous pension scheme.
- Up to £3,000 elocation costs to move to the south coast (dependent on the role)
- Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
- Interest-free loans – up to £5,0 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
- Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at .
About Us
Ark Charter Academy is a happy and vibrant school located in the heart of Portsmouth. We believe that every young person should feel a sense of belonging to our school community and enjoy their learning.
We inspire and support our students so they can become the very best they can in every single way. With love and care, we develop motivation both inside and outside the classroom, encouraging an appetite for learning in a safe and stimulating Christian environment. We want our students to become the leaders and game-changers of the future.To achieve this we offer an academic curriculum that strives to expose all pupils to the richness of education, allowing them to experience a diversity of subjects during their time with us.
Our teachers and support staff work hard every day to inspire each and every student to develop skills which will help them to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves in recognising hard work and rewarding it accordingly, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth in school and across the wider Ark network.
Visit charteracademy.org.uk/jobs to learn more about us and see our current vacancies.
Diversity and inclusion:
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link.
Safeguarding statement:
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.
Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
Senior Education Consultant
Posted 11 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth needs assessments of educational institutions.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for curriculum enhancement and pedagogical innovation.
- Provide expert advice on assessment strategies, student engagement, and faculty development.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for educators and administrators.
- Analyze educational data to identify trends and recommend data-driven improvements.
- Stay abreast of national and international educational policies and research.
- Manage client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
- Contribute to the development of new consulting products and services.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Mentor junior consultants and share expertise within the team.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree or PhD in Education or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in educational leadership, policy, or consulting. Proven experience in curriculum design, instructional coaching, or school improvement initiatives is essential. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills are required. Superior presentation and interpersonal skills are necessary for engaging effectively with diverse educational stakeholders. A strong understanding of current educational technologies and their effective integration is highly desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate education professional to drive meaningful change and impact the future of learning.
Special Education Needs Tutor
Posted today
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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.
We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).
We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Hampshire.
At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.
This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.
What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:- Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
- Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
- A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
- We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
- A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better
- This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
- These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
- If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring
- Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
- Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
- Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress
- Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
- Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
- Two professional references
- You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments
It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:- This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
- You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
- We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
- Our insurance covers the work you do for us
- This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position
We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.
We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.
Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:
- SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- SLD / MLD Teacher
- Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
- Intervention Specialist
- Ex-Teacher
Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Educational Therapist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.
Special Education Needs Teacher
Posted today
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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.
We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).
We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Hampshire.
At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.
This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.
What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:- Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
- Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
- A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
- We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
- A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better
- This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
- These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
- If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring
- Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
- Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
- Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress
- Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
- Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
- Two professional references
- You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments
It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:- This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
- You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
- We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
- Our insurance covers the work you do for us
- This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position
We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.
We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.
Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:
- SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- SLD / MLD Teacher
- Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
- Intervention Specialist
- Ex-Teacher
Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Educational Therapist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.
Special Education Needs Teacher
Posted today
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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.
We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).
We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in West Sussex.
At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.
This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.
What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:- Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
- Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
- A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
- We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
- A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better
- This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
- These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
- If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring
- Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
- Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
- Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress
- Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
- Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
- Two professional references
- You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments
It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:- This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
- You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
- We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
- Our insurance covers the work you do for us
- This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position
We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.
We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.
Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:
- SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- SLD / MLD Teacher
- Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
- Intervention Specialist
- Ex-Teacher
Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Educational Therapist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.
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Special Education Needs Tutor
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Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.
We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).
We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in West Sussex.
At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.
This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.
What we offer our SEN / SEND Tutors:- Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
- Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
- A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
- We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
- A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better
- This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
- These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
- If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring
- Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
- Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
- Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress
- Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
- Minimum 2 years teaching experience
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
- Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
- Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
- Two professional references
- You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments
It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
SEN / SEND Tutor employment status:- This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
- You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
- We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
- Our insurance covers the work you do for us
- This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position
We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.
We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.
We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.
Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.
Relevant Job Titles / Previous Experience:Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:
- SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- SLD / MLD Teacher
- Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
- Intervention Specialist
- Ex-Teacher
Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Educational Therapist
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Educational Psychologist
- Inclusion Coordinator
If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.
Early Years Education Lead
Posted 1 day ago
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Early Years Education Specialist
Posted 2 days ago
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The Early Years Education Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing a high-quality curriculum that fosters the holistic development of young children. You will lead by example, inspiring our team of educators to create engaging and nurturing learning environments. This role requires a deep understanding of child development theory, early learning frameworks, and best practices in childcare. You will be a key contributor to curriculum design, staff training, and the assessment of children's progress, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement an innovative and age-appropriate early years curriculum that aligns with national educational standards and best practices.
- Lead and mentor a team of early years educators, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
- Create stimulating and safe learning environments that encourage exploration, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Observe and assess children's development across all learning domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical), providing tailored support and interventions.
- Collaborate with parents and guardians to build strong partnerships, sharing insights into their child's progress and development.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant childcare regulations, health and safety standards, and safeguarding policies.
- Organize and lead educational activities, workshops, and events for children, parents, and staff.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of children's learning journeys and development.
- Stay current with research and trends in early childhood education, incorporating new ideas and methodologies.
- Contribute to the overall management and strategic direction of the early years setting.
Qualifications:
- A relevant degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the early years sector, with demonstrable leadership experience.
- In-depth knowledge of early learning frameworks (e.g., EYFS in the UK).
- Strong understanding of child psychology and developmental milestones.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate a team of educators.
- Proficiency in observation and assessment techniques for young children.
- Commitment to child safeguarding and promoting a secure and inclusive environment.
- First Aid certification is required.
- A passion for creating positive and enriching early learning experiences.
This is a rewarding opportunity to shape the educational journeys of young children in Southampton, Hampshire, UK .