Psychology, Autism & Learning Support Tutor; SEN College

Position: Psychology, Autism & Learning Support Tutor (SEN College – 16–25)
Location: Hillingdon

Psychology, Autism & Learning Support Tutor (SEN College – 16–25)

Location:

Heathrow / Hillingdon area, West London

Contract:

Agency, temporary, long-term, or temp-to-perm
Pay:
Typically around £15–£20 per hour for Learning Support-based roles, while specialist SEN tutoring positions often range from £25–£35 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
About the Role
An agency would be recruiting on behalf of a specialist Further Education (FE) or SEN college supporting young people aged 16–25 with:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Moderate to severe learning difficulties
ADHD
SEMH needs
Communication and interaction difficulties
EHCP-funded learners

You would support learners academically, socially, emotionally, and with independence skills to help them progress into employment, further education, or independent living.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Psychology and personalised learning support sessions.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for autistic learners.
Adapt teaching materials to meet individual learning needs.
Support emotional regulation, communication, and social skills.
Work alongside lecturers, therapists, job coaches, and SEN teams.
Implement EHCP targets and behaviour support strategies.
Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records.
Promote independence, employability, and life skills.

Ideal Candidate
An agency would usually look for:
Essential

Degree in Psychology or a related field.
Experience supporting young people with Autism and SEN.
Knowledge of autism-friendly teaching approaches.
Strong communication and behaviour-management skills.
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).Desirable

Teaching qualification (PGCE, DTLLS, Cert Ed, PTLLS).
Experience in FE Colleges or Post-16 SEND settings.
Understanding of EHCPs.
Training in Autism, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Makaton, or Team Teach.

What Agencies Look For
From a recruitment perspective, the strongest candidates often have:

Psychology graduate background.
Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Autism Support Worker, or Behaviour Mentor.

Experience with learners aged 16–25 rather than only primary or secondary pupils.
Ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries.
Confidence working with challenging behaviour and anxiety-related needs.

Interview Questions You May Be Asked

How would you support a learner with autism who refuses to engage in class?
How would you adapt Psychology content for learners with learning difficulties?
What strategies do you use for emotional regulation and sensory needs?
How have you supported EHCP outcomes?
How do you promote independence rather than dependency?