SEN Tutor. Job in Sherborne Education & Training Jobs

  • Job Reference: 2434244747-2
  • Date Posted: 29 October 2025
  • Recruiter: Prospero Teaching
  • Location: Sherborne, Dorset
  • Salary: £25.00 to £30.00 Per Hour
  • Sector: Support / IAG, Teaching Assistant, Tutor / Trainer
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting Tutors in Sherborne, Dorset to support young people in the local area. If you're an experienced education professional looking for a flexible and fulfilling role, we'd love to hear from you.



About the Learners:

Many of the young people we work with have additional needs, including:

  • SEN (Special Educational Needs)
  • SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
  • Trauma-related challenges
  • Or may be at risk of permanent exclusion (PEX)



About you:

We're seeking strong Tutors with at least 1 year of experience in UK schools in roles such as:

  • Tutor
  • Teacher
  • Cover Supervisor
  • Teaching Assistant
  • ELSA
  • 1:1 Support Worker
  • Or similar educational roles


As a Tutor, you will:

  • Deliver 1:1 tuition sessions tailored to individual learner needs
  • Plan and prepare engaging, differentiated lessons
  • Support learners with additional needs including SEN, SEMH, trauma, or those at risk of PEX
  • Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and progress
  • Monitor and report on student progress and attendance
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Experience working with learners with additional needs is essential.

Position -Tutor
Contract or position start date - ASAP
Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A
Full time/part-time - Varied
Hours - Various/ flexible hours
Essential & Desirable Qualifications:

      • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people
      • Experience of working with learners with SEN

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must:

  • Hold right to work in the UK
  • Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
  • Provide references upon request
  • Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)