SEN/SEMH Education Tutor — Trauma‑Informed 1:1 & 2:1

Nudge Education Limited; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional development

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Nudge Education Limited is seeking compassionate practitioners to provide 1:1 and 2:1 learning support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs. This community-based role operates outside standard classrooms, offering creative, personalised learning experiences tailored to each student.

You’ll build trauma-informed relationships, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and external specialists to ensure safeguarding and progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or complex needs.
• Proven understanding of trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, and safeguarding.
• Full UK driving licence with access to a reliable vehicle (and willingness to obtain business car insurance).
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 3 days per week / flexible commitment during daytime hours to maintain consistency for young people.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience with ASD
• Experience with challenging behaviour
• Understanding of allergies
• Experience of Pica (psychologically compulsive craving or consumption of objects)

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised 1:1 and/or 2:1 sessions in community settings, homes, or online.
• Establish trusting, consistent relationships grounded in trauma-informed care, de-escalation, and emotional regulation strategies.
• Monitor student engagement, maintain accurate case records, complete risk assessments, and report safeguarding details promptly.
• Partner closely with families, carers, regional support teams, and external specialists to align on goals.

Skills

Empathy

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation techniques

Relationship building

Communication skills

Job description

Nudge Education Limited is seeking compassionate practitioners to provide 1:1 and 2:1 learning support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs. This community-based role operates outside standard classrooms, offering creative, personalised learning experiences tailored to each student.

You’ll build trauma-informed relationships, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and external specialists to ensure safeguarding and progress.