Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people? We're looking for a dynamic and dedicated GCSE English Tutor to join our team to support pupils in reaching their full potential. Are you ready for your next education career adventure?" Strive for Education (Strive) was founded in 2020 by Andy and Sonja, originally set up as an Alternative Provision and subsequently registered as an Independent Specialist School.

In our Ofsted inspection we were graded ‘Good’, with ‘Outstanding’ behaviour and attitudes, see: Strive’s Ofsted Inspection Report Strive provides education for those who do not attend mainstream school on a full-time basis or who have a specialist provision named in their Educational Healthcare plan (EHCP). co.uk

Strive is looking to expand staff capacity by employing an additional Outreach Worker. The school operates from several sites throughout Harrogate, this includes North Park Road (NPR) in Harrogate town centre, which was the original hub. In 2024 Strive opened the Vocational Centre in Hookstone Park, to offer practical, vocational qualifications alongside core academic and personal development courses. In addition to the core subjects, this site has a focus on outdoor education, natural environment studies, small animals, bushcraft, horticulture, gardening, landscaping and life skills. Strive operates a highly successful Outreach Programme which covers educational provision cross all sites in Harrogate but also covers young people on-roll from the Leeds area. This can be a challenging but rewarding environment, working with young people who may struggle to regulate their emotions at times. Students will at times present challenging behaviours and staff must have the experience, confidence and emotional resilience to manage this. Most will either be categorised as Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). All will need extra support to access their work and help and guidance to manage emotions is often needed. Some students will find it difficult to work in core groups of 6 students with 2 adults. Break down GCSE English content (Language and/or Literature) into accessible steps. * Successfully plan for the effective use of a teaching assistant with all core lessons. Personalised Learning & Individual Education Plans (IEPs) * Interpret and implement IEP targets within English lessons. * Align teaching with EHCP outcomes (communication, cognition, independence, emotional regulation). * Regularly review progress toward individualised targets and adjust planning accordingly. Delivering Highly Structured, Inclusive Teaching * Track both academic progress and SEND-related skills (communication, self-management, independence). * Use communication strategies such as PECs, communication boards, or simplified language. * Support alternative ways of responding (typing, recording, drawing, choosing). Teach emotional vocabulary and self‑regulation strategies during English activities. Teaching assistants * Communication and Inclusion Lead * GCSE English Language * Supporting Life Skills through English * Practical writing skills Work with the Outreach and core staff to establish a purposeful orderly and productive learning environment. * Work with the Outreach and core staff in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lesson plans and resources as appropriate. * Monitor, evaluate and evidence students’ progress and provide accurate information and analysis when required. * Promote and maintain health and safety through the pro-active management of student behaviour dealing promptly with incidents and issues in line with school policies. * Provide general administrative support and assist with the development of a range of plans and monitoring systems. Support students to access the curriculum including core skills, community and vocational options. * Small class sizes/1:1-2:1, allowing you to build meaningful and effective relationships with young people and make a real difference. * You will have the opportunity to be creative and contribute to the broader curriculum, including individual and flexible learning. * Staff training and development is supported and encouraged. Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other professionals to support the progress of students * Attend and participate in relevant meetings and training as required * Assist with the supervision of students on off-site activities * Be responsible for maintaining and updating records, information and data in line with policies. * Relevant experience in a specialist school or similar setting: (Experience of working with children and young people with special educational needs and/or ASD and social, emotional and mental health difficulties: (Full working knowledge of relevant safeguarding, equality and health and safety policies, codes of practice and legislation (E) Ability to relate well to students and adults and to build positive relationships: (GCSE English/Maths/ grade A to C or equivalent: (Specific training in interventions ASD/SEN/SEMH: (D) * The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties, commensurate within the grade, at the discretion of the Senior Leadership Team and develop and promote high standards of professional conduct throughout the school. * You will be expected to carry out your duties in line with policies, procedures and relevant legislation. You will be made aware of these in your appointment letter, statement of particulars, induction, ongoing performance management and development through school communications. * You will be expected to attend and participate in a wide variety of meetings as well as training and development activities to support Strive and your own professional development. * All staff, regardless of their position, are expected to undertake TeamTeach de-escalation training and work within "good practice" guidelines using a range of positive handling strategies, gradual and graded, involved in holding, guiding and escorting safely, from least intrusive to more restrictive holds. * As part of your wider duties and responsibilities you will be required to promote and actively support the school’s responsibilities towards safeguarding. We will need to request all references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Strive for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Data Protection * Strive for Education Ltd is a “data controller”. This means we are required under data protection legislation to notify you of how we will, collect process and store your personal data during the application and recruitment process. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Do you have a clean driving Licence? * Can you build relationships with young people who may struggle to connect with people? * Do you have a high Emotional Intelligence? * English teaching: Language: * English (required)