SENse Learning
Specialist Teacher — Kempston
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Specialist Teacher – SEND and SEMH Support
Make a real difference!
SENse Learning is offering a unique opportunity for passionate teachers to transform lives through one-to-one, creative, and impactful learning support.
About the Role
Become a Specialist Teacher at SENse Learning and:
- Inspire young people to re-engage with education
- Work flexibly, delivering sessions in person, online, or in hybrid models
- Tailor interest-based, student-centred learning in homes, schools, or the community
- Shape a meaningful career beyond the classroom
Multiple roles are available—apply now, and start making an impact today!
Key Responsibilities
- Develop trust-based relationships with children and young people who have experienced educational challenges
- Provide bespoke, trauma-informed tutoring for:
- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
- SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), including:
- MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)
- SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties)
- PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties)
- Autism, ADHD, complex needs (as aligned with EHCP)
- Deliver KS1 to KS5 sessions (with relevant specialisms) aligned with individual EHCPs and risk assessments
- Plan, excavate, and deliver flexible, creative, and engaging lessons and mentoring
- Monitor progress and provide regular reporting and feedback to families and schools
- Operate with commitment to safeguarding children as a safeguarding-conscious educator
Requirements
Must meet the following criteria:
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Experience & Specialism:
- 2+ years of post-NQT teaching experience, ideally with:
- SEND/SEMH/Mental Health pedagogy
- Holistic, trauma-informed approaches
- Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, PMLD, and specialised behavioural needs
- 2+ years of post-NQT teaching experience, ideally with:
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Qualifications:
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or QTLS
- These may be equivaned for qualification of skill (see Relevant Roles section)
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Approach & Skills:
- Ability to work in a student-centred, creative, and flexible manner
- Practical understanding of SEND pedagogy and alternative provision settings
- Great communication with children, schools, and carers
- A attitude of innovation, resilience, and a belief in every learner’s potential
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Administration & Compliance:
- Enhanced DBS (we can support this if needed)
- 2+ professional references
- Commitment to Safer Recruitment
- Knowledge of safeguarding and maintaining safe learning environments
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Location & Status:
- Must be based in the UK with UK work eligibility
- Role is self-employed (not PAYE)
Benefits & Working Conditions
Strengthen your career while making a difference with these benefits:
- Competitive pay: £35–45 per hour
- Flexible working: Choose between in-person, hybrid, or work-from-home sessions
- Tailored scheduling: Agree lesson times with clients and schools to suit your availability
- Flexible hours: Adjustable part-time to full-time
- Meaningful impact: Provide one-to-one support for marginalised young people
- Coaching and support: Backing from a team that values mentorship for respective students
- Community events & resources: Collaborate and grow professionally with peers
- Referral rewards: Earn additional income by referring successful candidates
- Alignment with our values:
- Forward-thinking, ethical approaches to supporting young people
- Focused on evidence-based SEND education
About SENse Learning
At SENse Learning, we are driven by a vision to raise standards in education for those experiencing the greatest challenges. Through our bespoke 1-to-1 sessions, we are committed to:
- Removing barriers for learners with SEND, SEMH, and trauma histories
- Supporting practical recovery and habilitative learning outcomes
- Designing individualised student pathways for school re-engagement
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How to Apply
- Apply in under 5 minutes via our mobile-optimised form.
- Interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis—secure an opportunity today!
- We welcome diverse backgrounds and accelerate inclusive SEND support for all communities.
Safer Recruitment Notice
All candidates must pass SENse Learning’s safer recruitment process. As a children-focused organisation, our safeguarding procedure aligns to current standards.
Employment Details
- Status: Self-employed (all tutors register independently)
- PAYE Notice: This is not a PAYE position.
- Resources: Support provided to register as self-employed upon hire
Relevant Job Role Experience
Ideally, you’ll have expertise in fields such as:
Teaching Background (Preferred):
- SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
- Removed Alternate Provision Teacher or Inclusion Specialist (Non-mainstream)
- SCP/GLH/LA provisions working with the below conditions: add focus-grounded expertise to applications
- SLD/MLD specialists
- Specialist in Autism/ADHD (tc.) support
Support Roles (Also Considered):
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA) / Teaching Assistant (TA)
- Priorities should reflect professional background within:
- Educational Therapy or Psychology
- Speech & Language Therapy (SALT) support
- Cognitive remediation or therapeutic teaching for trauma/SEND
If you’re a previous educator, don’t assume your skills don’t fit—these experiences are secure adaptations for our flexible teaching team.
Responding to Applications
Due to high interest, we cannot respond individually. Successful applicants will hear within 2 weeks.
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