Trauma-Informed SEN Tutor

Trauma-Informed SEN Tutor

Provide Personalised Support That Puts the Learner First

We're looking for a compassionate and experienced Trauma-Informed SEN Tutor to support children and young people across the BCP area through personalised 1:1 tuition.

Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll provide tailored educational support to learners who require alternative provision due to SEND, anxiety, school avoidance, SEMH needs, or disrupted educational experiences. Many of the students we support benefit from a trauma-informed approach that prioritises trust, consistency, emotional safety, and positive relationships.

This is an ideal opportunity for tutors who understand that engagement comes before attainment and who can create supportive learning environments where young people feel safe to succeed.

Location: BCP
Role: Trauma-Informed SEN Tutor
Start Date: September
Hours: Flexible
Pay Rate: £25-£30 per hour
Type: 1:1 Tuition

Requirements

Minimum 6 months' experience in an educational setting, including tutoring, teaching, teaching assistant, learning support, mentoring, or similar roles
Experience supporting children and young people with SEND
Understanding of trauma-informed practice and relationship-based approaches
Ability to adapt learning to individual needs and circumstances
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Driver preferred; alternatively, willingness to travel locally across the BCP area

Who You'll Support

You'll work with learners who may have:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
ADHD
Anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance
EHCPs and additional educational needs
Experiences of trauma or disrupted educationYour role will focus on supporting engagement, confidence, emotional wellbeing, and educational progress through a personalised and nurturing approach.

Why Join Us?

Flexible hours around your existing commitments
Competitive pay of £25-£30 per hour
September start
Long-term opportunities available
Work alongside Local Authorities
Meaningful 1:1 support with vulnerable learners
Opportunity to make a lasting impact both academically and personally

Interested?

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed