Neurodiversity Tutor SEN

Sodexo; Ashford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free lunch

Onsite gym

Sodexo retirement plan

Discounts to brands

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a passionate Neurodiversity Tutor to support neurodiverse learners at HMP Bronzefield. You will adapt teaching approaches and work with professionals to improve outcomes, supporting rehabilitation and resettlement goals.

The role emphasizes SEND, inclusion and collaborative work with prison education teams. A minimum of two years' teaching or teaching-assistant experience is required, with Level 3 qualifications and a commitment to patient, empathetic support.

Qualifications

• Two years' qualified teaching or teaching-assistant experience.
• Level 3 qualification or above in an appropriate subject, with experience in a learning difficulty such as autism or dyslexia.
• Strong understanding of SEND and the SEND Code of Practice, with ability to adapt learning to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support neurodiverse learners with a range of needs.
• Assess individual needs and develop ILPs, setting targets and monitoring progress.
• Deliver and adapt teaching and learning for individuals and small groups.
• Drive quality and learner outcomes and ensure attendance and achievement targets are met.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external professionals including social workers and speech and language therapists.
• Support wider education quality and inclusion including guidance, training and maintaining learner records.

Skills

Teaching experience

Level 3 qualification

SEND knowledge

Communication skills

Patience

Education

Level 3 qualification or above

Job description

Neurodiversity Tutor

We are looking for a passionate and supportive Neurodiversity Tutor to join our Education, Skills and Work team at HMP & YOI Bronzefield. This role will support learners with neurodiverse and additional needs to access education, develop confidence and achieve their full potential. You will work closely with learners, teaching colleagues and specialist professionals to provide personalised support, adapt learning approaches and improve educational outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teaching or learning-support professional who is committed to SEND, inclusion, rehabilitation and helping learners build the skills they need for successful resettlement into the community.

HMP Bronzefield is a closed local prison and is the largest female prison in UK and Europe. We focus on delivering high quality, needs led services that support women to make positive and lasting changes. Our programmes promote rehabilitation and well being, and we care for around 14.5% of the national female prison population, including mothers with babies, young offenders, women on a range of sentence lengths, foreign nationals and those on remand. The prison includes multiple residential units, a healthcare centre, gym, library, workshops, visits hall, chaplaincy and kitchen.

Sodexo has a culture built on three hallmarks: Be Positive, Be Courageous and Be the Difference. We encourage people to be positive by creating hope and respect in every interaction, to be courageous by safely challenging behaviours that don't support a positive environment, and to be the difference by taking actions that improve outcomes for those we support.

By living these hallmarks each day, you help build routines, rituals and behaviours that show what good looks like. You recognise and encourage the right actions, and you lead with intention - knowing every moment of connection counts.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Support neurodiverse learners with a range of needs, including autism, dyslexia, learning difficulties, sensory impairments and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Assess individual needs and develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs), setting clear targets and monitoring learner progress and achievement.
• Deliver and adapt teaching and learning for individuals and small groups, using appropriate strategies, resources and specialist equipment.
• Drive quality and learner outcomes, ensuring learners achieve their qualifications, remain engaged and meet attendance, achievement and purposeful activity targets.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals, including social workers, speech and language therapists, educational psychologists and other relevant partners.
• Support wider education quality and inclusion, including staff guidance and training, provision mapping, quality assurance, progress reporting and maintaining accurate assessment and learner records.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a minimum of two years' qualified teaching or teaching-assistant experience.
• Holds a Level 3 qualification or above in an appropriate subject, with experience specialising in a learning difficulty such as autism or dyslexia.
• Has a strong understanding of SEND and the SEND Code of Practice and can adapt learning to meet individual needs.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and excellent communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners.
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour and confrontation, while maintaining a calm, professional and supportive approach.
• Is passionate about education, inclusion, rehabilitation and resettlement, with a flexible, enthusiastic and innovative approach to teaching.
• Must be eligible for EL2 MOJ vetting clearance and hold an Enhanced DBS

Desirable

• DET, PGCE or other recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working within a prison, secure or custodial environment.
• Assessor or Internal Verification/IQA qualification, or willingness to work towards one.

Package Description

starting £34,373.00 - 39,487.98 + LW £3,729.24 per annum (TOTAL = £38102.24 - £43217.22)

Monday - Friday

37.5 hours per week

• Free parking, free lunch from the canteen, and onsite gym
• Sodexo retirement plan
• discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online
• Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle
• a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.