Trauma-Informed SEND Practitioner (1:1 & 2:1)

Nudge Education Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Free CPD

Discount platform access

Mental health support

Financial advice and benefits

Community activities

Job summary

Nudge Education Limited is seeking compassionate, creative practitioners to deliver personalised 1:1 and 2:1 learning support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs. This community-based role offers creative freedom to tailor safe, engaging learning experiences outside traditional classrooms.

You will work with families and professionals to build trust and resilience, using trauma-informed approaches and flexible daytime hours to support consistent progress for pupils.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, or complex needs.
• Trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, safeguarding understanding.
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle (and willingness to insure).
• Commit to at least 3 days per week during daytime hours.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and 2:1 sessions in community settings, homes, or online.
• Build trusted, trauma-informed relationships with young people.
• Monitor engagement, maintain case records, complete risk assessments, report safeguarding details.
• Collaborate with families, carers, regional teams, and external specialists.

Skills

Empathy

Emotional intelligence

Trauma-informed care

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Education

QTS/QTLS or TA/LSA background

Job description

Nudge Education Limited is seeking compassionate, creative practitioners to deliver personalised 1:1 and 2:1 learning support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs. This community-based role offers creative freedom to tailor safe, engaging learning experiences outside traditional classrooms.

You will work with families and professionals to build trust and resilience, using trauma-informed approaches and flexible daytime hours to support consistent progress for pupils.