SEND Tutor

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form (KNGS) for a SEND Tutor to join our dynamic and aspirational team on a temporary basis; the post is linked to Local Authority funding for identified students.

KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding single academy trust with a comprehensive intake and a co-educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, that is highly regarded in our local area and beyond. We achieve excellent academic and pastoral outcomes for students within a culture of care, concern and well-being for both students and staff; we strive to open a world of opportunities for all of our students. 

Temporary contract, linked to Local Authority funding. Part time, working term time only.

Hours: 8 hours of tutoring a week (with potential to increase hours in the future pending additional funding confirmation)

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our SEND team. The successful candidate will have an excellent track record of working with young people to promote effective learning and building resilience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality one-to-one and small group tutoring sessions to students.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the individual needs of students with diverse learning styles, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social and Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) to support four broad areas of need.
• Create and implement personalised lesson plans that align with curriculum standards and promote student engagement and understanding.
• Assess and monitor student's progress, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with parents/carers, teachers, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student's educational development.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of tutoring sessions and student progress.

Requirements:

• A background in SEN (Special Educational Needs) and an understanding of adaptive teaching.
• Experience/knowledge of teaching English and Maths to students of various ages and ability levels, up to key stage 4.
• Experience/knowledge of delivering functional skills in English and Maths is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and establish a positive learning environment.
• Ability to adapt teaching strategies to suit individual learning styles and needs.

We are looking for an individual who can provide consistent support and an ability to maintain clear expectations and boundaries. The successful candidate should be passionate about making a difference to the lives of students and keen to join a school that is relentless in its pursuit of excellence. You will be enthusiastic about ensuring the students you work with make outstanding progress. In return we can offer a supportive culture that is constantly seeking to improve learners’ experience and attainment through working collaboratively and being willing to adopt new ideas. The school is committed to safeguarding children and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Should you wish to discuss the post further, please contact Ms Gemma Cartin, SENCO on gcartin@kngs.co.uk or via the school switchboard 0121 675 1305. Applications can be made by submitting your completed application form to the Headteacher’s PA, Denise Wilson dwilson@kngs.co.uk or via the TES portal. We do not accept CV applications, only those submitted on the KNGS application form will be considered.