Tutor

Welcome to Elmy Hall School!

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Basic Salary: £24,000 FTE

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Northwich, Cheshire

Start Date: January 2026

At Elmy Hall School, located in the heart of Northwich, we provide a nurturing environment for up to 100 pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. Our mission is to create a space where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe in a holistic approach that balances academic progress with emotional well-being and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. With twelve SEN schools across the UK, we collaborate to offer tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe and supportive setting. We are proud to have 100% of our Education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

As a Tutor, you will play a vital role in enhancing the well-being and learning readiness of our students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the improvement of well-being, resilience, and behavior management.
• Collaborating with the Education team to help remove barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviors among young people.
• Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
• Delivering engaging enrichment activities.
• Assisting in lessons to address academic, emotional, or behavioral needs.
• Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Preparing relevant information for meetings about pupils.
• Advocating for the ethos of Elmy Hall School.
• Leading on Reading and Phonics, reviewing progress made by students.
• Developing the role of Pupil Voice and liaising with SLT about the Pupil Council.
• Building relationships with parents/carers and actively participating in transitions and consultations.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A strong educational background, with at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, along with sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role, such as HLTA.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
• Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas like Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, or School Yoga.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

Joining our team means you’ll enjoy:

• A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and well-being of everyone, including you!
• Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving outcomes for our students.

All successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with costs covered by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.