Home Tutor – Ledbury Company: Smart Education Salary: £26.62 per hour & paid planning and prep time Location: Remote/Various home locations/ Ledbury in Herefordshire Contact: Alexandra Beddow at Smart Education About Us: Smart Education is a leading provider of tailored educational support for pupils who are no longer accessing a traditional school setting. We work closely with pupils who face a range of challenges, from mental health concerns and additional needs to behavioural difficulties. Our mission is to provide high-quality education in the comfort of the pupils' homes, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Position Overview: We are currently seeking dedicated and experienced Tutors and Teachers to join our team in Ledbury. You will work with pupils in their own homes, providing one-on-one support to help them access education and overcome the difficulties they face. Our pupils require a compassionate and flexible approach, and we are particularly interested in tutors and teachers with experience in supporting pupils with additional needs, mental health concerns, and challenging behaviours. Key Responsibilities: - Deliver tailored educational support to pupils in their homes, focusing on individual learning needs. - Develop and implement lesson plans that address the unique barriers to learning faced by each pupil. - Provide consistent and patient guidance, helping pupils manage their behavioural, emotional, and academic challenges. - Collaborate with parents, carers, and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and supportive learning environment. - Monitor and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies as needed to ensure positive outcomes. Requirements: - Previous experience in tutoring or teaching, ideally with pupils who have additional needs or face barriers to learning. - A relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training). - A strong understanding of how to engage and motivate pupils with challenging behaviours or mental health concerns. - Relevant teaching qualifications or significant tutoring experience. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and their families. - A flexible and adaptive approach to meet the diverse needs of our pupils. - Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Why Join Smart Education? - Competitive rates of pay, with flexibility to match your experience. - The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils who need it most. - Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development opportunities. - Flexibility to manage your own schedule and work independently. How to Apply: If you are passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to their learning and have the experience to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please send your updated CV and a cover letter to Alexandra Beddow at Smart Education using the subject line "Ledbury Tutor Application." Join Smart Education and help us empower pupils in Ledbury to succeed against the odds