Trauma-Informed Tutor for Vulnerable Youth (1:1/2:1)

Nudge Education Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD programmes

Nudge Perks Platform

Mental health support

Mortgage & financial advice

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Community meetups

Job summary

Nudge Education Limited is seeking compassionate, creative, and resilient practitioners to deliver personalised 1:1 and 2:1 support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs in community settings. This role operates outside standard classrooms, offering the freedom to design safe, engaging learning experiences tailored to each student.

You’ll work with families and regional teams to build consistent, trauma-informed support.

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 / daytime hours to maintain consistency for young people.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour and Adverse Childhood Experiences.

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

Trauma-informed practice

Empathy

De-escalation

Relationship building

Planning & organisation

Job description

Nudge Education Limited is seeking compassionate, creative, and resilient practitioners to deliver personalised 1:1 and 2:1 support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs in community settings. This role operates outside standard classrooms, offering the freedom to design safe, engaging learning experiences tailored to each student.

You’ll work with families and regional teams to build consistent, trauma-informed support.