Tutor

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Elmy Hall School, located in the heart of Northwich, Cheshire, is looking for a dedicated Tutor to join our vibrant community. With a capacity for up to 100 pupils aged 5 to 18, we provide a safe and supportive environment for students with complex needs. Our holistic approach ensures that every child feels valued, respected, and empowered.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our twelve SEN Schools across the UK work collaboratively to offer tailored, diverse, and appropriate education. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, with 100% of our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

As a Tutor, you will play a crucial role in supporting our students' personal and academic development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Enhancing wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
• Collaborating with the Education team to remove barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviours among students.
• Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
• Delivering enrichment activities during golden time.
• Assisting in lessons to support academic understanding and emotional needs.
• Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Preparing relevant information for pupil meetings.
• Advocating for the ethos of Elmy Hall School.
• Leading on Reading and Phonics, reviewing student progress.
• 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 meet the following requirements:

• A strong educational background, with at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics.
• 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.
• Experience in behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

At Elmy Hall School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff and students. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving outcomes.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which will be covered by Polaris Community.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. Join us in our mission to promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults!

Start Date: January 2026

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £24,000 FTE

Location: Northwich, Cheshire

We can’t wait to meet you!