Trauma-Informed Youth Practitioner (1:1/2:1)

Nudge Education Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

CPD programmes

Nudge Perks Platform

Mental health support

Blue Light Card eligibility

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Job summary

Nudge Education in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate practitioners to provide personalised 1:1 and 2:1 support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs in community settings, homes, or online. You will design safe, engaging, bespoke learning experiences, grounded in trauma-informed care, for learners with diverse needs.

Collaborate with families, carers, regional teams, and external specialists to align on goals and monitor progress while safeguarding wellbeing.

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 working with Looked After children and Adverse Childhood Experiences

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Trauma-informed

Emotional regulation

De-escalation

Active listening

Relationship building

Job description

Nudge Education in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate practitioners to provide personalised 1:1 and 2:1 support for children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex needs in community settings, homes, or online. You will design safe, engaging, bespoke learning experiences, grounded in trauma-informed care, for learners with diverse needs.

Collaborate with families, carers, regional teams, and external specialists to align on goals and monitor progress while safeguarding wellbeing.