SEMH English Tutor

Job Title: SEMH English Tutor

Area: Bradford, West Yorkshire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term

Rate: -140 - -200 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm

About the School

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEMH English Tutor looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional social, emotional, and behavioural needs? We are partnering with a highly supportive alternative provision in Bradford, working with secondary-aged learners who require a nurturing, trauma-informed environment to re-engage with education.

As an SEMH English Tutor, you will:

• Deliver high-quality English teaching to small groups or on a 1:1 basis, covering functional skills, GCSE content, and literacy intervention.
• Plan, differentiate, and adapt lessons to meet individual learning plans and emotional needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students using a restorative and trauma-informed approach.
• Work closely with behaviour mentors, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to ensure a consistent, holistic support plan.
• Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and engagement through creative and flexible teaching strategies.

What We''re Looking For:

• QTS, FE teaching qualification, or substantial tutoring/teaching experience in English.
• Experience working with SEMH learners, alternative provisions, PRUs, or challenging behaviour in mainstream settings.
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to behaviour management.
• Passion for inclusive education and a commitment to helping every young person progress.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs and deliver personalised learning.

To be eligible, you must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the update service OR be willing to apply for one.
• Provide two professional, child-related references.

Why work with us?

• Competitive daily rate based on experience and responsibilities.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing CPD opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on young people with complex SEMH needs.
• Long-term, stable role with the chance to shape your career within a forward-thinking provision.

If you are an enthusiastic SEMH English Tutor ready to make a difference in Bradford this September, please apply with your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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