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Why Join Our Team?
We are proud to be a team that cares deeply about the people we support and the people we work alongside. When you join us, you become part of a workplace where kindness, collaboration, and dedication matter. We are committed to helping our staff develop, succeed, and feel valued every step of the way. This is more than just a job — it is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
Job Role: Alternative Provision Tutor
Job Description:
Balance and Build Support Ltd are seeking dedicated and compassionate Alternative Provision Tutors to support children and young people across Suffolk and surrounding areas. This is a flexible, 0-hour contract role suited to individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people who may be disengaged from mainstream education.
Tutors will deliver personalised, one-to-one or small group learning sessions to children with a range of additional needs, including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, neurodiversity, and other diagnoses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver tailored educational sessions to meet individual learning needs
- Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
- Support students to re-engage with education and develop confidence
- Adapt teaching approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and needs
- Maintain accurate records of sessions, progress, and outcomes
- Work in line with safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
- Liaise with families, schools, and professionals where appropriate
Requirements:
Essential:
- Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with additional needs
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service or willingness to apply
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use
- Willingness to travel across Suffolk and surrounding areas
- Willingness to complete mandatory training before starting
Desirable:
- Experience of children and young people with complex needs
- Background in education, youth work, or the care sector
- Experience supporting children and young people with additional needs
Additional Information:
- Flexible working hours
- Mileage is paid at 45p per mile for the first 10,000 miles, 25p thereafter, as per HMRC-approved mileage rates
- Work will be allocated based on tutor availability, experience, and location
Why Join Us?
At Balance and Build Support Ltd, we are committed to providing high-quality, individualised support that helps young people rebuild confidence, develop skills, and achieve positive outcomes. You will be part of a supportive and values-driven team making a meaningful impact in the community.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Subsidised travel
- 1-1 supervision sessions
- Flexible working hours
- Ongoing training & CPD
- Experienced mentor tutors who provide guidance, modelling of best practice and confidence building in the role.
- Peer support networks
- Staff social events
- Access to occupational health and well-being services
- Professional coaching support to help manage stress, build resilience and prevent burnout