SEN Tutor

Your Role in Practice: A Typical Week at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

You will teach live online lessons via Zoom and lead in-person sessions in Exeter. You will mentor 60-80 adult learners as they work toward NCFE Level 2. You will deliver training, conduct progress reviews, and give feedback so learners gain the skills for future SEN teaching roles.

What You'll Be Doing: Your Impact as a SEN Tutor

Deliver Specialised SEN Training:

Facilitate online and in-person sessions on autism and behaviour that challenges. Prepare lesson content, adapt teaching methods to learner needs, and align sessions with curriculum requirements. Foster a supportive environment that builds learner confidence and practical knowledge for the SEN sector.

Guide Personalised Learner Journeys:

You will manage your learner caseload by conducting initial assessments, developing individual learning plans, and providing continuous support to ensure every learner achieves their qualification and career goals in SEN education.

Champion Safeguarding and Best Practice:

Accurately track learner progress, update and maintain records in our CRM, and ensure compliance with safeguarding, Prevent, and inclusive teaching policies. Proactively identify and report any concerns, and support a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Enhance SEN Curriculum Quality:

You will use your sector expertise to develop and update learning resources, ensuring our SEN programmes remain current, effective, and aligned with the latest sector needs and quality frameworks, such as Ofsted.

Our Offer: Rewarding you at [Employer hidden]

You will change lives and get a comprehensive benefits package:

Benefits Include:

• 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• The option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave each year.
• One additional paid Life Event Day and one paid Volunteering Day each year.
• One early finish (at 15:30) every month.
• Pension scheme.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan: Claim money back on optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, plus access to a 24/7 virtual GP.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and retail discounts.

What You'll Bring (Skills & Experience)

Essential:

• A teaching qualification (e.g., an Award in Education & Training, a Certificate in Education and Training, or a Diploma in Education and Training) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in teaching and mentoring.
• Expertise in understanding support strategies for SEN.
• Level 2 qualifications in English, Maths, and ICT.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a commitment to learner success.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, equality, and diversity in education.

Desirable:

• Experience delivering SEN qualifications (e.g., Understanding Autism or Behaviour that Challenges).
• An assessor qualification (e.g., A1).
• Familiarity with adult learner funding processes and quality frameworks.

The Practicalities of our Hybrid Model

Your home workspace

Your wellbeing is important. Complete a workstation assessment to ensure your remote setup is safe and comfortable.

Expenses and Travel:

We are transparent about costs; the company does not cover household expenses such as heating or broadband. Travel from your home to your primary delivery location in Exeter is not a reimbursable expense.

Tools We Provide

We’ll equip you with the essential tools to succeed:

• Hardware: Company laptop and phone.
• Software: Full access to the Zoho CRM suite, Zoom, and other essential learning and development platforms.

Join Our Mission: [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is a Real Living Wage and Disability Confident training provider. Our mission is to equip adults with the skills for better futures. When you join us, you become part of an inclusive, supportive culture where your work makes a real difference.

The Hiring Process: Transparent & Straightforward

Start Date:

5 January 2026.

Probation Period:

3 months.

Interview Stages:

A two-stage process consisting of one competency-based interview and one micro-teach session, both conducted on Zoom.

Compliance:

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check, which we will arrange and pay for.

Accessibility:

We are a Disability Confident Employer. Please contact Aimee Burman, HR Business Partner, to discuss any adjustments you need for the application or interview process.