Experienced SEND Tutor

We are looking for a patient, nurturing and experienced SEND tutor to support a child, (aged 12), with his learning, confidence and emotional wellbeing. The student has an EHCP and diagnoses of Autism (ASD) and ADHD, alongside significant anxiety and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. He has been out of school for an extended period and needs the right person to help him rebuild trust, develop positive learning experiences and gradually re-engage with education.

• Providing individualised 1:1 learning support in a calm, safe and predictable environment.
• Re-engaging the student with learning through short, achievable and motivating activities.
• Supporting literacy, phonics, reading, spelling and numeracy.
• Using visual timetables, visual supports, clear instructions and structured learning approaches.
• Building a trusting relationship at the students pace, focusing on emotional regulation, confidence and positive engagement.
• Supporting communication, independence and readiness to access education.
• Working collaboratively with family and relevant professionals to maintain a consistent approach.

• Proven experience working with children with ASD, ADHD and complex SEMH needs.
• Experience supporting emotionally based school avoidance or severe school anxiety.
• A calm, patient, consistent and trauma-informed approach.
• Confidence adapting learning to the child's needs and interests.
• Relevant SEND experience and appropriate safeguarding training/checks.
• An understanding of positive behaviour support, de-escalation and risk management.