About Us
The Learning Compass is a specialist tutoring platform dedicated to supporting learners from diverse backgrounds, including those who speak English as an additional language and students with special educational needs (SEN). Founded by an experienced tutor with over a decade of hands-on teaching experience, we are committed to inclusive education and making one-to-one support accessible for every learner.
Job Description
We are currently looking for a compassionate, reliable, and experienced Specialist SEN Tutor to work one-on-one with a 14-year-old learner with complex needs. This position is ideal for someone with experience supporting non-verbal or minimally verbal young people, particularly those with additional health-related considerations.
Key Details:
- Student: 14-year-old, non-verbal, on a hybrid education plan.
- Needs: Basic Maths and English support; engaging and accessible teaching strategies are essential.
- Schedule: Initially 30 minutes per session (flexible), with potential to increase.
- Start: September 2025.
- Location: At the learner’s home in E15 4JW (face-to-face preferred initially).
- Other Info: Student is able to communicate in basic terms. Recent health concerns require a calm, patient, and supportive approach.
- Pay: £40.00 an hour and will be pro-rata'd depending on the number of sessions.
What We're Looking For
- Prior experience working with SEN learners, especially non-verbal or autistic students.
- Knowledge of alternative communication methods is a plus (e.g., PECS, Makaton, AAC).
- A calm and empathetic approach to learning.
- Flexible and responsive teaching style.
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Reliable and punctual.
Desirable Qualifications
- Degree in Education, Psychology, Special Education, or related fields.
- SEN training or certification.
- Experience working with families in home settings.
Why Join The Learning Compass?
- Be part of a mission-driven organisation supporting underrepresented learners.
- Receive ongoing support from a small, passionate leadership team.
- Opportunities to grow within a supportive tutoring network.
To Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover note outlining your relevant experience and why this role interests you.
The Learning Compass is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all tutors to share this commitment.
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Zero hours contract, Graduate
Pay: £40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexitime
Application question(s):
- Are you happy to travel to the student's house for sessions?
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
- Tutoring: 1 year (preferred)
- special needs: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- DBS (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- London E15 4JW (required)
Work Location: In person
