Supported Internship Tutor

Are you a passionate SEN Tutor ready to make a difference?

Do you have a genuine passion for empowering young people with learning disabilities? If you're a qualified teacher and have a creative flair for engaging learners, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Join our vibrant Supported Internship program in Northampton!

We have a Tutor position available in our Northampton team to cover maternity on a fixed term contract for 18 months. As a full-time Tutor (37.5 hours/week), you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism access the world of work. Mencap's Internships combines education and work experience to prepare our learners for employment. As a Tutor you will focus on the delivery of the educational element of Supported Internships programmes.

What you'll do as a Tutor Inspire Young Minds

Create dynamic and engaging lessons that seamlessly integrate English and math into real-world employability skills.

Develop Essential Life Skills

Equip learners with practical life skills to navigate their communities with confidence and independence.

Think Outside the Box

Design innovative and fun lessons that spark curiosity and foster a love of learning.

Collaborate for Success

Work closely with team members to provide holistic support and help learners secure paid employment.

Deliver Accredited Qualifications

Teach accredited functional skills in English and Maths to prepare learners for future success.

Enjoy Dedicated Planning Time

We'll provide you with a full day each week to focus on planning and administrative tasks so you can deliver the best possible support to your learners.

Flexible Leave: We don't follow the academic year calendar, so you can take annual leave throughout the year, providing flexibility for your work-life balance.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply.

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If you would like an informal chat or have any questions about this role, please contact the local manager, Jacqui Davies, at or .

Do you have the key skills and requirements for a Tutor? (essential) Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) is preferred. However, candidates with a Level 3 qualification and willingness to undertake a Level 5 qualification post-probation will be considered.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above.

Experience

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism.
• Experience in delivering functional skills in English and Maths up to Level 2.
• Proven ability to deliver against targets and KPI's.
• Experience of working with a diverse range of learners.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Experience in delivering functional skills in English and math.
• Experience working in a supported internship setting.
• Knowledge of employment-related skills and training.

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about supporting young people with SEN.
• Creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.

Please note

• Interviews will be held soon after.
• All candidates offered an interview will be required to provide evidence of their GCSE English and Maths qualifications (or equivalent). You will also need to provide proof of your teaching qualification.
• Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated. Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest free loans, and many more exciting offerings. For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document outlining all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!

About Mencap Our Commitment as a Disability Confident Leader

Mencap is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where disabled people and those with long term health conditions are fully supported, respected and able to thrive. We actively encourage applications from disabled candidates and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.

Our Commitment to Belonging

At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

• Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
• Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes.
• Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.

We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns.