LETS KICK IT EDUCATION
www.letskickiteducation.com
Lets Kick It Education (part of LETS KICK IT GROUP LTD) provides personalised alternative provision for children and young people who may find it difficult to engage successfully within mainstream education.
We support learners with a range of special educational needs, social, emotional and mental health needs, behavioural challenges and other barriers to education. Our programmes combine academic learning with practical, vocational and physical activities to help young people rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships and achieve meaningful outcomes.
We are seeking an experienced SEN Tutor to join our Cambridge provision and deliver engaging, individualised education to young people with additional and complex needs.
THE ROLE
As an SEN Tutor, you will plan and deliver high-quality alternative provision to learners who require a flexible and personalised approach to education.
Teaching may take place on a one-to-one basis or within small groups. You will be expected to adapt your teaching to each learner’s ability, needs, interests and intended outcomes.
The role requires someone who can build strong, professional relationships with young people while maintaining clear boundaries, consistent expectations and a calm approach to challenging situations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Plan and deliver personalised learning programmes based on each learner’s needs, starting points and agreed outcomes.
- Deliver English, maths and wider curriculum activities at an appropriate level.
- Adapt teaching methods and resources for learners with special educational needs.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group teaching within an alternative provision environment.
- Use practical, vocational, creative and physical activities to increase learner engagement.
- Support learners to improve their confidence, communication, behaviour and readiness to learn.
- Understand and implement information contained within Education, Health and Care Plans, referrals, risk assessments and support plans.
- Set clear learning targets and regularly assess and record learner progress.
- Produce accurate session notes, progress reports and evidence of learning.
- Work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, local authorities and other professionals.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professional conduct and confidentiality.
- Follow Lets Kick It Education’s policies and procedures, including those relating to safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety and equality.
- Attend meetings, reviews, training and supervision sessions where required.
- Contribute to the continued development of the Cambridge provision.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for an experienced SEN Tutor who is patient, resilient, reliable and genuinely committed to improving outcomes for young people.
You should be able to engage learners who may have experienced disrupted education, exclusion, low confidence or difficulty trusting education professionals. You will need to remain calm under pressure and respond to behaviour in a consistent, restorative and professional manner.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have:
- Significant experience of teaching or tutoring children and young people with special educational needs.
- Experience of working within alternative provision, specialist education or a similar setting.
- Experience of delivering personalised one-to-one or small-group learning.
- A strong understanding of SEND, including autism, ADHD and social, emotional and mental health needs.
- The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons that are adapted to individual ability and need.
- Strong behaviour-management and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to assess progress and maintain clear, accurate records.
- A sound understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a wider multidisciplinary team.
- GCSEs, or equivalent qualifications, in English and maths.
- The right to work in the UK.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
It would be beneficial to have:
- A recognised teaching or tutoring qualification.
- Qualified Teacher Status, Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status or equivalent.
- A relevant qualification in education, SEND, youth work or mentoring.
- Experience of delivering Functional Skills or other accredited qualifications.
- Experience of working with learners who have Education, Health and Care Plans.
- Training in trauma-informed practice, positive behaviour support or de-escalation.
- Experience of vocational, practical, sport or outdoor learning.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
CONTRACTOR ARRANGMENTS
This is a contractor role for 32 - 40 hours per week (candidate to determine). The successful applicant will be responsible for managing their own tax, National Insurance and other obligations associated with contractor status.
The appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-engagement checks and agreement of the final contractual arrangements.
SAFEGUARDING
Letss Kick It Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant safer recruitment checks, including:
- An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including a check of the children’s barred list.
- Identity and right-to-work checks.
- Verification of qualifications and employment history.
- Satisfactory professional references.
- Any additional safeguarding checks considered appropriate for the role.
Applicants must be willing to complete safeguarding training and follow all Lets Kick It Education safeguarding policies and procedures.
EQUALITY AND INCLUSION
Lets Kick It Education is committed to providing an inclusive environment for learners, staff and contractors. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement explaining:
- Your experience of working with children and young people with special educational needs.
- Your experience of alternative provision or personalised education.
- How you would engage a learner who has become disengaged from education.
- Your availability to begin the role.
Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may take place before the advertised closing date.
Pay: £25.00-£40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
