Job Description

Alternative Provision EOTAS 1:1 Support Flexible Working September 2026

Quantum Scholars is expanding its Alternative Provision services across Somerset and is seeking dedicated SEND Academic Mentors to support learners across Yeovil and the surrounding areas.

With a significant increase in Education Otherwise Than at School (EOTAS) and Alternative Provision referrals expected from September 2026, we're looking for compassionate, reliable professionals who are passionate about helping children and young people with additional needs re-engage with education.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to provide personalised 1:1 academic and pastoral support, empowering learners to build confidence, overcome barriers to learning, and achieve meaningful progress.

As a SEND Primary and Secondary Tutor, you will work on a 1:1 basis with primary and secondary-aged pupils (5-16 years) who are currently unable to access mainstream education.

Every learner is different, so you'll tailor your approach to meet their individual academic, emotional, and social needs. Alongside supporting learning, you'll play a key role in building positive relationships, encouraging engagement, developing confidence, and creating a safe, supportive environment where each young person can thrive.

Many of the learners we support have a range of additional needs, including:

• SEND
• Autism (ASC)
• ADHD
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Anxiety and Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
• Trauma or adverse childhood experiences
• Medical needs
• Behavioural challenges

Support is typically delivered in the learner's home or in a suitable community setting, such as a local library.

We carefully match mentors with learners based on your experience, confidence, availability, and preferred age groups.

We welcome applications from individuals with experience supporting children and young people, including:

• SEND Academic Mentors
• Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)
• Teaching Assistants (TAs)
• Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs)
• Behaviour Mentors
• Youth Workers
• Pastoral Support Staff
• Support Workers
• Alternative Provision practitioners
• Qualified Teachers seeking a more flexible role

To be successful, you should have:

• Experience supporting children or young people, particularly those with SEND or additional needs.
• A genuine passion for helping learners overcome barriers to education.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.
• The ability to travel across Yeovil and the surrounding areas. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are highly desirable.

• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Ongoing referrals throughout the academic year.
• Competitive hourly rates, dependent on experience.
• Meaningful 1:1 work making a genuine difference to vulnerable children and young people.
• Dedicated support from an experienced consultant throughout your placements.

Please note that applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for these opportunities.

If you're passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning and want to make a lasting impact through personalised academic and pastoral support, we'd love to hear from you.