Job Summary
Pay: From £25.00 per hour
Job Description:
Job Role: Alternative Provision Tutor (Ideal for Care & Support Professionals)
We are proud to be a team that cares deeply about the people we support and the people we work alongside. When you join us, you become part of a workplace where kindness, collaboration, and dedication matter. We are committed to helping our staff develop, succeed, and feel valued every step of the way. This is more than just a job — it is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
Calling All Care, Youth, and Support Workers!
Are you an experienced care professional, support worker, or youth worker looking for a change of pace? If you are seeking better pay, flexible hours, and a move away from grueling shift work while still making a profound difference in young people's lives, this role could be your perfect next step. You do not need a formal teaching qualification to succeed here—your experience in managing complex needs, building trust, and safeguarding is exactly what we are looking for.
Job Description
Balance and Build Support Ltd are seeking dedicated and compassionate Alternative Provision Tutors to support children and young people across Suffolk and surrounding areas.
This is a flexible, initially 0-hour contract with the view to offer a fixed term contract after a 3 month probationary period. This role would be suited to individuals who are passionate about re-engaging young people who have struggled in mainstream education. Tutors will deliver personalised, one-to-one or small group sessions focused on both developmental and educational milestones. You will be working with children who have a range of additional needs, including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, neurodiversity, and other complex diagnoses.
Key Responsibilities
- Mentor and Guide: Build positive, trusting relationships with young people who may be reluctant to engage.
- Holistic Support: Plan and deliver tailored sessions that meet individual learning, emotional, and developmental needs.
- Empower: Support students to build their confidence, life skills, and re-engage with their education.
- Adapt: Use your background in care or support to adapt your approach to suit a variety of learning styles and behavioral needs.
- Safeguard: Work in line with safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
- Collaborate: Liaise with families, schools, social workers, and other professionals where appropriate.
- Record: Maintain accurate records of sessions, progress, and outcomes.
Requirements
Essential:
- Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults, particularly those with additional needs.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education (training can be provided/refreshed).
- Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
- Willingness to travel across Suffolk and surrounding areas.
- Willingness to complete mandatory training prior to starting.
Desirable (Your Care Background Shines Here!):
- Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs, trauma, or challenging behaviors.
- Background in residential care, social work, youth work, or specialized support.
Additional Information
- True Flexibility: Work will be allocated based on your availability, experience, and location. You manage your own time.
- Generous Mileage: Paid at 55p per mile for the first 10,000 miles, 25p thereafter (HMRC approved rates).
Why Join Us?
At Balance and Build Support Ltd, we know that preventing burnout is key to providing excellent support. We are committed to providing high-quality, individualised care that helps young people achieve positive outcomes, and we extend that same care to our staff.
Exceptional Staff Benefits:
- Professional Coaching & Wellbeing: Access to professional coaching support to manage stress, build resilience, and actively prevent burnout—plus access to occupational health services.
- Supervision & Mentorship: 1-1 supervision sessions and experienced mentor tutors who provide guidance, model best practices, and help you build confidence in the role.
- Community: Peer support networks and regular staff social events.
- Growth: Ongoing training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
- Financial & Practical: Company pension, subsidised travel, and truly flexible working hours.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free or subsidised travel
Work Location: Remote
Pay: From £25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
