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LAC tutor

LAC tutor

Teaching PersonnelMiddlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England
6 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Are you an experienced and compassionate educator looking to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a dedicated LAC Tutor to support Looked After Children (LAC) across the Middlesbrough area, delivering 1 : 1 tuition to help them re-engage with education and achieve their potential.

About the Role :

This role involves providing personalised tuition to Looked After Children who may be out of school, in care, or facing barriers to learning. You will be supporting them in core subjects (typically English, Maths or Science ) in a safe, supportive, and nurturing learning environment - often outside a traditional classroom setting (e.g., in foster placements, residential homes, or community venues).

Key Responsibilities :

  • Deliver 1 : 1 tuition tailored to the student’s academic needs, level, and learning style
  • Build trust and rapport with vulnerable young people, creating a positive learning atmosphere
  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons that align with the UK curriculum
  • Monitor and report on student progress, working closely with carers, social workers, and virtual school teams
  • Adapt teaching strategies to support SEMH, SEND, or trauma-informed approaches

What We’re Looking For :

  • Teaching or tutoring experience, preferably with vulnerable or disadvantaged young people
  • Strong subject knowledge (particularly in English, Maths, or Science)
  • Understanding of the challenges faced by Looked After Children
  • A Child Workforce Only Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service or willingness to apply)
  • Empathy, patience, and the ability to work independently

    • What We Offer :

  • Flexible working hours to suit your availability
  • Opportunities for CPD and support from a dedicated team
  • Rewarding, impactful work making a real difference in young lives
  • Weekly pay through PAYE.

    • How to Apply :

    If you’re passionate about education and believe every child deserves a chance to succeed, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply by sending over a copy of your updated CV.

    All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

    All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

    Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

    We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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