Tutor – Full‑Time, Term Time

About the role

Polaris Children’s Services is seeking a dedicated Tutor to join Lyttelton House School on a full‑time, term‑time basis. You will work in a supportive environment with pupils aged 5‑16 who have complex needs, helping them achieve academic and personal growth.

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils' wellbeing, resilience and behaviour management.
• Collaborate with the Education Team to remove barriers to learning.
• Lead classes during PPA and provide cover for absent staff, with planning support.
• Deliver the enrichment ‘Golden Time’ activity.
• Provide in‑class support for academic, pastoral, emotional or behavioural needs.
• Respond promptly to immediate concerns and resolve situations appropriately.
• Create and collate data on lessons and interventions.
• Assist in preparing information for pupil‑related meetings.
• Champion the school’s ethos, lead reading and phonics progress reviews.
• Develop Pupil Voice initiatives and liaise with senior leadership.
• Build relationships with parents/carers and support transitions.

Required profile

• Minimum GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
• Sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., HLTA) working with SEMH pupils.
• Confidence to take additional responsibility in a specific school area.
• Experience of behaviour management techniques.
• Commitment to professional development and willingness to learn.

Required skills

• IT skills

What we offer

• A workplace that values emotional health and wellbeing.
• Support for professional development through a wide range of opportunities.
• Company pension, life assurance and employee discount scheme.
• Competitive salary of £24,000 FTE.