SEN Tutor

Job Description

ASEND tuition supports SEND pupils and continues their learning while they cannot access school or don’t have a school place. We are looking for a teacher or tutor with experience of using signing and visuals to support a pupil with Special Needs in Tilburyto enhance his education.What ASEND Tuition IsWe are looking for inspirational tutors to support children and young people with SEND in Thurrock. We support pupils with SEND who are not attending school for a number of reasons including medical needs, Mental Health issues, or lack of a suitable schoolplace. We aim to prepare them for a return to mainstream or special school or continue their learning.We tutor pupils of all ages face-to-face within school times, and in a range of settings including homes, schools, community centres and out in the community. Our tuition is completely pupil-focused and can target developing early learning, following anacademic curriculum, providing emotional support or developing life skills. We need a wide range of tutors to support our pupils to meet their specific needs and ensure good progress. We work very hard to match each tutor with pupils who can most benefit fromtheir skills and expertise.About The PupilOur pupil, an incredible 8-year-old boy attending school in the morning, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor to enhance his educational journey in the afternoons. He has medical conditions which have impacted what he can do and how well he cando them. This includes hearing impaired and communication barriers, and he requires a total communication approach involving visuals, signing, and gestural support.Despite these hurdles, our pupils zest for life remains unwavering. He is a happy child who loves to interact with familiar adults. His way of getting to know people is by gently touching their faces, a beautiful gesture that speaks volumes about his warmand loving nature. Our pupil enjoys playing in the kitchen, loves the thrill of racing cars and engaging in imaginative role plays. Cause and effect toys also capture his attention, providing endless opportunities for learning and exploration.To maximise his potential, we are seeking a tutor who can establish a learning routine, both in collaboration with school and in the comfort of his home. Ideally, the perfect candidate will have experience in Early Years Foundation Skills within an SEN Schoolor possess a strong background in special education needs. Familiarity with a total communication approach, including signs, pictures, and visuals (including Makaton), is vital for effective tutoring.If youre passionate about making a real impact in a young boys life, empowering him to achieve his fullest potential, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you.About you:

• You’ll have some experience with SEN: Autism, medical needs, Early Years levels
• You may be an experienced tutor or teacher or have experience working with children in a therapeutic way
• You’ll have a passion for helping pupils overcome any barriers to learning and difficulties with engagement
• You’ll be good at building rapport and strong relationships with children and their families - we work closely with families to create a plan
• Ideally, have some experience of helping children with their learning
• Have the ability to motivate and inspire pupils
• Use a person-centred approach in their work
• Make the wellbeing, achievement, and progress of your pupils central to everything that you plan and do
• Have the determination and energy to bring about continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Generous and competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities for professional development
• Friendly support and guidance to enable you to meet the individual needs of learners and to ensure that you feel confident in your position
• Training in working with children with SEND
• Option to arrange work around the existing schedule
• Join a friendly and supportive team

At ASEND you will always be well supported by our highly qualified and experienced team and well-remunerated for your work.About ASENDASEND is a highly specialist SEND business, placing dedicated SEND professionals in schools and services throughout the UK.We see ourselves as a SEND company rather than a recruitment agency, which means that we do more than just staffing for SEN education. Our Directors all have a unique understanding of SEND and between them share a wealth of knowledge and experience unparalleledin the field. Our team all have a passion for helping young people with SEN overcome barriers and progress. Your experience with us and our young people will therefore feel very different to what you may normally expect as a result.If you are seeking a truly rewarding position and are passionate about enriching the lives of young people, then do not hesitate to apply now and one of our specialist team will review your application.

Keyskills :
Autism SEN Tuition ADHD Life Skills Special Needs Tutoring ASD