Job Title: SEMH Tutor
Location: Pontefract, West Yorkshire
Contract Type: Long-term role with potential to go permanent

Leader Education is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Tutor to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist setting in Pontefract. This role is ideal for an individual with a passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential in a supportive and structured environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored academic and life skills sessions to students with SEMH needs, either 1:1 or in small groups.
• Adapt teaching methods to engage and inspire students who may have experienced trauma, disengagement from education, or challenging behaviors.
• Support students in developing emotional resilience, self-regulation, and confidence in learning.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students, acting as a mentor and role model.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to create personalised learning plans.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies in line with the setting's policies.
• Track and report student progress, celebrating achievements and identifying areas for further support.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with students with SEMH needs, either in an education or alternative provision setting.
• The ability to differentiate learning materials and engage students with diverse needs.
• Strong behavior management skills and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to supporting young people.
• A valid enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• A teaching qualification (desirable but not essential).

Leader Education Offers:

• Competitive pay rates.
• £100 refer-a-friend bonus (terms apply).
• Free CPD training opportunities to support your professional development.
• Dedicated support from an experienced consultant throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for permanent contracts within the provision.

If you are passionate about working with young people with SEMH needs and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Please send your CV or contact us at 0333 577 5034 to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Safeguarding:
All applicants will undergo a rigorous vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and comprehensive reference checks, in line with our commitment to safeguarding young people.

Reference: INDTEA