SEN Tutor
CV-LibraryLittle ThurrocktemporaryPosted: 5 March 2026
Apply NowAre you an educator who understands that progress isn’t always reflected in grades or test results, but sometimes in growing trust, improved resilience, and small but meaningful steps forward?
We are currently looking for committed tutors in the Thurrock area who want their work to have a genuine and lasting impact, not just fill a timetable.
About the Role
Most of the students we support are secondary-aged learners with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and other complex challenges. Many have struggled within mainstream education and require patient, consistent support to help them reconnect with learning.
This role is about far more than delivering lessons. It involves creating a stable and supportive learning environment where students feel safe enough to engage and progress.
Your work will focus on:
Building positive, professional relationships with students
Providing structured and calm learning sessions
Supporting both academic development and emotional regulation
Being a reliable and consistent presence in a young person’s routine
Availability Requirements
To provide the consistency our students need, tutors should be able to commit to:
A minimum of 10–15 hours per week
Core hours typically between 8:30am and 3:30pm
Availability from Monday to Friday
Regular attendance and reliability are extremely important, as many students benefit greatly from routine and familiar support.
Responsibilities Beyond Teaching
Communication and professionalism are essential parts of this role.
Tutors are expected to:
Keep accurate attendance records
Monitor and document both academic and emotional progress
Provide updates that can be shared with schools and other professionals
Maintain clear and organised records in line with safeguarding expectations
The information you provide may contribute to EHCP reviews, education planning, and discussions with external agencies, so careful reporting is important.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome tutors with experience in areas such as:
Mainstream or specialist schools
Alternative provision settings
Private tuition
Youth work or pastoral support roles
Key qualities we value include:
Effective behaviour management delivered with empathy and understanding
Experience supporting learners with SEMH or additional needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure
Reliability, patience, and emotional resilience
Understanding Progress
Success in this role doesn’t always look traditional.
Sometimes progress means:
A student remaining engaged throughout an entire session
Completing work without frustration or escalation
Gradually rebuilding trust with a supportive adult
If you recognise these moments as meaningful achievements, this role may be a great fit for you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website
We are currently looking for committed tutors in the Thurrock area who want their work to have a genuine and lasting impact, not just fill a timetable.
About the Role
Most of the students we support are secondary-aged learners with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and other complex challenges. Many have struggled within mainstream education and require patient, consistent support to help them reconnect with learning.
This role is about far more than delivering lessons. It involves creating a stable and supportive learning environment where students feel safe enough to engage and progress.
Your work will focus on:
Building positive, professional relationships with students
Providing structured and calm learning sessions
Supporting both academic development and emotional regulation
Being a reliable and consistent presence in a young person’s routine
Availability Requirements
To provide the consistency our students need, tutors should be able to commit to:
A minimum of 10–15 hours per week
Core hours typically between 8:30am and 3:30pm
Availability from Monday to Friday
Regular attendance and reliability are extremely important, as many students benefit greatly from routine and familiar support.
Responsibilities Beyond Teaching
Communication and professionalism are essential parts of this role.
Tutors are expected to:
Keep accurate attendance records
Monitor and document both academic and emotional progress
Provide updates that can be shared with schools and other professionals
Maintain clear and organised records in line with safeguarding expectations
The information you provide may contribute to EHCP reviews, education planning, and discussions with external agencies, so careful reporting is important.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome tutors with experience in areas such as:
Mainstream or specialist schools
Alternative provision settings
Private tuition
Youth work or pastoral support roles
Key qualities we value include:
Effective behaviour management delivered with empathy and understanding
Experience supporting learners with SEMH or additional needs
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure
Reliability, patience, and emotional resilience
Understanding Progress
Success in this role doesn’t always look traditional.
Sometimes progress means:
A student remaining engaged throughout an entire session
Completing work without frustration or escalation
Gradually rebuilding trust with a supportive adult
If you recognise these moments as meaningful achievements, this role may be a great fit for you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website