Location: Staffordshire (community-based provision in and around Stafford/Stone)
Hours: 2 hours per week (1 x 2-hour session, flexible weekdays)
We are seeking a compassionate, resilient and creative Male Specialist SEN Tutor / Enrichment Mentor to support a Year 5 pupil with a complex SEND profile through a bespoke, community-based alternative provision package.
This role is not a traditional tutoring position. The successful candidate will deliver highly personalised, therapeutic and engagement-led sessions that build confidence, communication, emotional regulation and life skills through practical activities such as:
- PE and outdoor activities
- Cooking and food preparation
- Music and rhythm-based activities
- Creative arts and sensory play
- Technology-based engagement
- Community-based learning experiences
The provision is designed to support holistic development and re-engagement with learning in a safe, low-demand environment.
About the Learner
The pupil is a bright and engaging child with interests in football, gaming, outdoor activities, animals and painting. Pupil responds best to trusted adults, movement-based learning and flexible, relationship-led approaches.
Pupil presents with a range of SEND needs across:
- Communication & Interaction
- Cognition & Learning
- Social, Emotional & Mental Health
- Sensory processing needs
Sessions require patience, flexibility and strong behaviour support strategies.
The Role
You will:
- Deliver 1:1 community-based alternative provision
- Plan engaging, sensory-aware sessions linked to EHCP outcomes
- Build trust and positive relationships over time
- Support emotional regulation, self-esteem and communication skills
- Gradually develop focus, resilience and engagement through practical activities
- Adapt expectations and approaches in response to the pupil’s presentation
- Provide progress updates and maintain safeguarding records
- Work collaboratively with family and professionals involved in the provision
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting children or young people with complex SEND, SEMH or behaviours that challenge
- Is calm, emotionally resilient and non-judgemental
- Understands trauma-informed and relational practice
- Can think creatively and adapt provision in the moment
- Enjoys active, practical and community-based learning
- Has experience in areas such as mentoring, youth work, SEN tutoring, sports coaching, outdoor education or therapeutic support
- Is confident managing risk and maintaining professional boundaries
- Holds a full UK driving licence and can travel to community venues
A background in any of the following would be highly beneficial:
- SEN teaching or tutoring
- Behaviour mentoring
- Youth work
- Sports coaching
- Therapeutic or nurture-based provision
- Forest school / outdoor learning
- Creative arts or music facilitation
Essential Requirements
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Safeguarding training
- Experience working with children with additional needs
- Ability to provide 2 professional references
Important Information
- Sessions are expected to take place in community venues or suitable alternative settings.
- The provision is highly personalised and relationship-led.
- Engagement and emotional safety are prioritised over formal academic outcomes.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who believes learning can happen through connection, movement, creativity and positive experiences.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs, we invite you to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to our dedicated team. Join us in shaping brighter futures—your journey starts here.
Pay: £22.00-£30.00 per hour
Experience:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
