At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a young person with SLD, Autism, and ADHD through engaging, personalised sessions.
- Company: New Chapter Tuition, dedicated to improving lives through education.
- Benefits: Earn £30-£35 per hour plus 3 additional paid hours for planning and preparation.
- Other info: Long-term placement with ongoing support and free training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a young person's life while developing your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Level 5 qualification in Education and Training and experience with complex SEND.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 35 £ per hour.
Location: SS2, Essex
Pay: £30.00-£35.00 per hour (PAYE), depending on experience and qualifications, plus 3 additional paid hours per week for planning, preparation, resource creation and assessment, equating to £36-£42 per hour.
Hours: 3 hours per day, Monday-Friday
Contract: Long-Term
Start: September 2026 (Meet & Greet during the summer holidays)
New Chapter Tuition is recruiting an experienced Specialist SEN Tutor to support a young person with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism (ASC), ADHD, who is non-verbal and has social and communication difficulties.
Working alongside two experienced Support Workers as part of a 3:1 support team, you'll deliver engaging, personalised sessions that develop communication, emotional regulation and independence.
You'll be responsible for planning and delivering a creative, diverse curriculum tailored to the learner's EHCP outcomes, incorporating approaches such as sensory play, Social Stories, Zones of Regulation, Now & Next, structured games and life skills. Sessions can also make use of the private garden and outdoor gym to encourage engagement, movement and practical learning.
About You
- Hold a minimum Level 5 qualification in Education and Training (or equivalent).
- Experience supporting learners with SLD, Autism (ASC), ADHD and non-verbal communication.
- Confident managing behaviours that challenge using positive behaviour support, de-escalation and re-engagement strategies.
- Calm, patient and passionate about improving outcomes for young people with complex SEND.
What We Offer
- £30.00-£35.00 per hour (PAYE), depending on experience and qualifications.
- An additional 3 paid hours each week for planning, preparation, resource creation and assessment.
- Long-term, consistent placement.
- Dedicated Consultant and ongoing support.
- Free SEND CPD and safeguarding training.
If you're ready to make a genuine difference to a young person's education and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
New Chapter Tuition is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS, satisfactory references, Right to Work checks and safer recruitment procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
Specialist SEN Tutor - SLD, Autism (ASC) & ADHD in Essex employer: New Chapter Tuition Ltd
New Chapter Tuition is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Specialist SEN Tutors. With competitive pay rates, additional hours for planning and preparation, and a strong emphasis on professional development through free SEND CPD training, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with complex needs. Located in Essex, our team enjoys a collaborative culture that values patience, creativity, and the transformative power of education.
