Graduate SEN 1:1 Tutor (Autism & ADHD)

The Education Network; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network in Smethwick is seeking a motivated graduate to join our Primary SEN support team as a Graduate LSA. This 1:1 role focuses on helping a pupil with autism and ADHD access classroom activities and follow lesson instructions, with tasks broken into manageable steps and visual prompts.

You will work with the class teacher and SENCO to record progress and adapt activities. Immediate start until July 2027, at a daily rate of £90–£101.

Qualifications

• Degree required: 2:2 or above in Psychology, Educational Psychology or related field.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Enhanced DBS with children's barred list checks required before starting.
• Good understanding of SEN and its impact on learning and engagement.
• Experience or willingness to work in a primary school SEN setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 assistance to a pupil with autism and ADHD.
• Break tasks into manageable steps using visual prompts and practical resources.
• Reinforce reading, writing and numeracy through focused activities.
• Support emotional regulation, sensory needs and classroom transitions.
• Encourage independent work, positive peer relations and appropriate communication.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to follow support plans and record progress.

Skills

SEN understanding

Patience

Consistency

Calm under pressure

Education

2:2 degree in Psychology / Educational Psychology or related

GCSE English and Maths (4/C or above)

Enhanced DBS with children's barred list

Job description

The Education Network in Smethwick is seeking a motivated graduate to join our Primary SEN support team as a Graduate LSA. This 1:1 role focuses on helping a pupil with autism and ADHD access classroom activities and follow lesson instructions, with tasks broken into manageable steps and visual prompts.

You will work with the class teacher and SENCO to record progress and adapt activities. Immediate start until July 2027, at a daily rate of £90–£101.