Functional Skills Tutor (SEND/SEMH)

TeacherActive are looking for a Functional Skills (Maths & English) Tutor to work in a specialist alternative provision in Nottinghamshire.

The Alternative Provision (AP) is looking for someone who has previous experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities/ SEND & Social Emotional Mental Health Needs/ SEMH. The setting supports young people in KS3 & 4 who have been permanently excluded or are on the verge of permanent exclusion from mainstream schools. The aim is to either re integrate these young people back into mainstream schools/post 16 education/ apprenticeships or training through personalised education plans.

The successful Functional Skills Tutor will:

• Have an ability to teach functional skills in English & Maths.
• Be highly organised with excellent communication skills
• Be patient and understanding.
• Have an understanding of behavioural management
• Strive to make a positive impact.
• Have a desire to work with, inspire and support children
• Have a passion for working within an Alternative Provision (AP).

Basic role description:

• Teaching Basic Skills in an SEND/SEMH provision to pupils of varying abilities

• Supporting children during lessons/school activities

• Supporting staff/children during lunch and break times

• Managing pupils personalised learning based on their individual need.

• Delivering 1:1 or small group activities

• Collecting evidence of children’s work to support their assessment

• Providing physical management and care of pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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