Job Description

Location:

St Neots

Hours:

25 per week, flexible

Pay:

28-32 per hour, dependent on experience

Contract:

Part-time, contract

Start date:

ASAP

About the role

Parity Education and Careers Services is looking for an experienced

Specialist Tutor

to provide 1:1 tuition and mentoring for a Year 8 learner (age 13) with an EHCP and SEMH needs.

The student is currently out of school and requires tailored academic and emotional support until a specialist placement is secured. This is a rewarding role where you'll combine academic teaching with social, emotional and behavioural support in a

trauma-informed, relational way

.

What you'll be doing:

Deliver 25 hours of personalised tuition each week (schedule agreed with parents). Teach core subjects (literacy, numeracy and others) using engaging, interest-based approaches. Build confidence, resilience and social/emotional skills. Create clear routines and boundaries to provide a safe and predictable learning environment. Apply trauma-informed and restorative strategies to reduce anxiety and build trust. Track progress and share regular updates with parents, the local authority and future providers. Support the learner's phased reintegration into full-time education.

What we're looking for:

Experience with children who have

SEMH needs, SEN or are out of education

. Ability to adapt teaching to learner needs and embed interests (e.g. sports). Strong behaviour management and emotional regulation skills. Patient, empathetic and resilient - with a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications (desirable but not essential)

Teaching qualification (QTS, PGCE or equivalent). Experience delivering Functional Skills, GCSE, ASDAN or AQA awards. Training in trauma-informed practice, SEN, or therapeutic approaches.

Why join us?

28-32 per hour

- dependent on experience.

Flexible working

to fit around your commitments.

Ongoing specialist training

in SEMH and alternative provision. The chance to make a lasting difference in a young person's education and wellbeing.

About Us

At Parity Education and Careers Services, our mission is simple: to make sure every young person has the chance to thrive in education and beyond. We work with learners from all backgrounds and abilities, offering tailored support that breaks down barriers and helps each student unlock their potential. By focusing on measurable progress and nurturing confidence, we empower young people to rediscover a love of learning and build brighter futures.

Safeguarding

Parity Education and Careers Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references will be sought from previous employers prior to commencing employment. Other related pre-employment checks appropriate to the post will also be carried out.

Interview Process

If you're passionate about helping young people re-engage with education, we'd love to hear from you. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. If your application is shortlisted, we will contact you promptly via email to arrange an interview.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 28.00-32.00 per hour

Work Location: In person