Job Description

Home Tutor – Ross-on-Wye

Company: Smart Education 

Salary: £26.62 per hour & paid planning and prep time

Location: Remote/Various home locations/ Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire

Contact: Alexandra Beddow at Smart Education

About Us:

Smart Education is a leading provider of tailored educational support for pupils who are no longer accessing a traditional school setting. We work closely with pupils who face a range of challenges, from mental health concerns and additional needs to behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to provide high-quality education in the comfort of the pupils' homes, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking dedicated and experienced Tutors and Teachers to join our team in Ross-on-Wye. You will work with pupils in their own homes, providing one-on-one support to help them access education and overcome the difficulties they face. Our pupils require a compassionate and flexible approach, and we are particularly interested in tutors and teachers with experience in supporting pupils with additional needs, mental health concerns, and challenging behaviours.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver tailored educational support to pupils in their homes, focusing on individual learning needs.

- Develop and implement lesson plans that address the unique barriers to learning faced by each pupil.

- Provide consistent and patient guidance, helping pupils manage their behavioural, emotional, and academic challenges.

- Collaborate with parents, carers, and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment.

- Monitor and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies as needed to ensure positive outcomes.

Requirements:

- Previous experience in tutoring or teaching, ideally with pupils who have additional needs or face barriers to learning.

- A relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training).

- A strong understanding of how to engage and motivate pupils with challenging behaviours or mental health concerns.

- Relevant teaching qualifications or significant tutoring experience.

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and their families.

- A flexible and adaptive approach to meet the diverse needs of our pupils.

- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Why Join Smart Education?

- Competitive rates of pay, with flexibility to match your experience.

- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils who need it most.

- Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.

- Flexibility to manage your own schedule and work independently.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to their learning and have the experience to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV and a cover letter to Alexandra Beddow at Smart Education using the subject line " Ross-on-Wye Tutor Application."

Join Smart Education and help us empower pupils in Ross-on-Wye to succeed against the odds