Tutor

TP Tutors is looking for dedicated and adaptable SEN Tutors to support learners across Folkestone and the surrounding areas!

Are you passionate about education and helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning? We are looking for committed tutors to deliver personalised one-to-one tuition to primary and secondary learners.

You'll support a diverse range of students, including SEN/SEND and mainstream learners, tailoring your teaching approach to meet individual abilities, learning styles and educational goals.

Learners may need support with Maths and English, as well as additional learning and developmental needs relating to autism, ADHD, SEMH and other SEND requirements.

Role Details

• Location: Folkestone and surrounding areas
• Students: Primary and secondary SEN/SEND and mainstream learners
• Pay: £20–£25 per hour
• Contract: Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities
• Delivery: One-to-one tuition in schools, community settings or learners' homes

What You'll Receive

• £20–£25 per hour
• Flexible working hours
• Specialist SEND training and ongoing CPD
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities to develop your tutoring experience
• Rewarding work with visible learner progress
• The opportunity to make a positive difference within the local community

Your Responsibilities

As an SEN Tutor, you will:

• Deliver engaging and personalised one-to-one tuition.
• Adapt lessons and learning resources to individual needs.
• Support primary and secondary learners.
• Work with SEN/SEND and mainstream students.
• Help students strengthen their academic skills and confidence.
• Promote independence and positive learning habits.
• Monitor, assess and record learner progress.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, schools and other professionals.

Essential Requirements

We're looking for tutors with:

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Previous teaching, tutoring, mentoring or education experience.
• Experience supporting SEN/SEND and/or mainstream learners.
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to support primary and/or secondary students.
• Ability to travel across Folkestone and surrounding areas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

About You

You are:

• Patient, supportive and approachable.
• Adaptable and confident.
• Reliable and professional.
• Able to tailor your teaching to different learning needs.
• Passionate about helping young people achieve their potential.

If you're looking for flexible tutoring opportunities where you can make a genuine difference to learners across Folkestone, we'd love to hear from you!

Join TP Tutors and help make learning a positive experience for every student.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

TP Tutors is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All educators are subject to safeguarding checks in line with Department for Education (DfE) guidance including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). This may also include an online search as part of our safer recruitment process.

All educators must complete our annual tuition training programme, covering Safeguarding, Prevent Duty, KCSIE, Allergy Awareness, and Child-on-Child Abuse Awareness. Tutors must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Child-only Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service, with full guidance provided.

Many pupils supported by TP Tutors require tailored educational provision. Tutors should be confident in building positive relationships, adapting their approach to meet individual needs, and maintaining high standards of professionalism and safeguarding at all times. Tutors must also be able to effectively plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the learner’s individual needs, monitor progress, and adapt teaching strategies to support positive outcomes.

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