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Outreach Tutor
1:1 Outreach Tutor – Part-Time/Full-Time (10–30 hrs/week) | Essex, England
About 1st Staff
1st Staff is a leading nationwide Alternative Provision provider, supporting children and young people aged 4–25 through bespoke educational and holistic therapeutic support.
We collaborate with Local Authorities to support young people across Essex who struggle to access mainstream education due to SEN, SEMH needs, challenging behaviours, or permanent exclusion risk.
The Role
We are seeking dedicated 1:1 Tutors to deliver personalised, engaging learning sessions with students. Ideal candidates are patient, caring, and skilled at building strong relationships with young people.
Areas Covered: Basildon, Southend, South Woodham Ferrers, Billericay, Brentwood, Harlow, Chelmsford, Braintree, Witham, Colchester, and Clacton-on-Sea.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess students’ academic levels and needs to develop personalised lesson plans
- Use effective teaching strategies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes
- Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback to parents/guardians
- Adapt methods for various learning styles and SEN/SEMH needs
- Maintain a positive, safe, and supportive learning environment
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Person Specification
Essential Requirements
- Experience supporting young people in an educational setting (teaching, tutoring, mentoring, teaching assistant roles)
- Confidence working with SEN/SEMH needs and challenging behaviours
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written) and ability to explain complex concepts clearly
- Patience, empathy, and rapport-building skills
- Ability to independently plan and deliver structured lessons
- Commitment to a student-centred, flexible approach
Desirable (But Not Essential)
- Previous tutoring or teaching qualifications (_dataset pays vary based on experience)
- Access to personal transport (though not mandatory)
Support & Development
- Private DBS checks mandatory (safeguarding-compliant)
- Induction training and ongoing professional development
- Access to Twinkl and White Rose resources for lesson planning
- Support from a Lead Tutor, Safeguarding team, Curriculum specialists, and Behavioural mentor
- Flexible contracts (PAYE) with consistent work opportunities
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Compensation & Commitment
- Competitive hourly rates (likely full-time equivalent available)
- Zero-hour contract (suitable for contractors)
- Opportunities for long-term, sustainable work
About 1st Staff’s Inclusion Policies
We are an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity in our workforce. All roles are assessed on merit, skills, and suitability alone—we donate no barrier to application:
- Race & nationalism
- Disability/access needs
- LGBTQ+ status
- Age
- Religious or belief systems
Note: You will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check as part of the hiring process.
How to Apply
If this role excites you, please email your CV to 1st Staff’s recruitment team for consideration. Applications are welcome at any time.
Connection: PAYE employment with zero-hour flexibility.
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