SEND Tutor - Transform Lives Through Education

Location: Doncaster DN12Salary: £32,752 per yearContract Type: Permanent, Term Time OnlyRecruited by TeacherActive on behalf of a specialist college

TeacherActive is proud to be working on behalf of a highly respected specialist college in Doncaster, currently seeking a passionate and dedicated SEND Tutor to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is committed to making a real and lasting difference in the lives of young adults with complex needs.

About the CollegeThe college offers education for students aged 18 to 25 with a range of complex care needs, including behaviours that challenge, learning disabilities, and Autism. Their mission is to provide a fully person-centred, therapeutic environment that supports each student’s individual needs, goals, and potential.

Students benefit from a highly supportive setting that includes an on-site multidisciplinary Therapeutic Services team, a personalised curriculum, and a strong emphasis on developing independence, social inclusion, and life skills.

About the RoleAs a Tutor, you’ll design and deliver engaging, practical learning experiences tailored to each student's EHCP outcomes. Your role will involve:

• Delivering life skills training, functional English and Maths

• Supporting students through social enterprise projects as part of vocational and employability training

• Embedding functional skills such as communication, ICT, and problem-solving into everyday learning

• Creating personalised enrichment packages that reflect each learner’s interests and needs

• Celebrating student progress daily, both formally and informally

• Facilitating learning experiences in the local and wider community

In addition to delivering accredited qualifications where appropriate, the RARPA model is used to ensure meaningful progress is always recognised and tracked.

The Ideal CandidateWe're looking for someone with the right mix of passion, experience, and adaptability. You will need:

• A recognised teaching qualification

• Experience working with students with SEND, Autism, and complex behaviours

• A strong understanding of EHCPs and personalised planning

• Flexibility to teach across subjects and work collaboratively with therapeutic and care staff

• Excellent communication skills to engage with students, families, and professionals

Why This Role?

• Term-time only position, offering 12 weeks of holidays per year

• A welcoming, inclusive team that values your input

• The chance to work in a college committed to widening participation and improving lives

• A meaningful career where every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to delivering high-quality, holistic education in an innovative and supportive setting.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the futures of young adults with additional needs, we want to hear from you. Apply today through TeacherActive.