At a Glance
- Tasks: Support autistic and neurodivergent young people in personalised study programmes.
- Company: Join a leading organisation in care and education for over 40 years.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, free meals, pension scheme, and extensive training.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and a commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact while developing your career in a rewarding environment.
- Qualifications: Teaching experience required; passion for learning and resilience essential.
The predicted salary is between 30918 - 34267 £ per year.
Contract Type: Term-time only (Permanent)
Working Pattern: Full time - term time
Advert Start Date: 19/08/2026
Advert End Date: 31/08/2026 12:00
Salary: £30,918.28
Job Category: Education
Vacancy ID: 300954
Employment Location: Newton Aycliffe
Closing date: 31 Aug
Further Information About the role: We currently aren't offering sponsorship for this role.
Working independently and as part of a team, you will support autistic and neurodivergent young people aged 16-25 to access highly personalised programmes of study at our specialist Further Education college. The ideal candidate would have a background in catering and be willing to cover catering activities. As an FE tutor, you will have a qualification (Level 5 diploma/PGCE or equivalent).
About you: While you must have teaching experience, it is not essential to have previously worked with autistic individuals. Our comprehensive induction, training and mentoring will give you all the skills and tools you need to thrive in your career. All that we ask is that you are willing to learn, able to use your initiative, and have a drive and resilience for what can be a demanding role. You should be friendly and approachable with good communication skills, enabling you to build positive relationships with both staff and pupils. If you're passionate about learning and are seeking a rewarding job that makes a positive difference, this is the role for you.
Benefits:
- Pro Rata Salary (Term Time) FE Tutor: £35,413.01 - £39,249.07 (Term Time £30,918.28 - £34,267.46)
- Developmental FE Tutor: £31,492.07 - £34,292.82 (Term Time £27,495.00 - £29,940.27)
- Free meals provided at work
- Pension scheme with employer contributions
- Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it
- Extensive training to develop your career
- Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues
- Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff
- Refer-a-friend scheme - receive £500
About us: For more than 40 years, we've led the way in providing care and education for autistic and/or neurodivergent children, young people and adults across the North-east of England. We have more than 1,200 staff working in our schools, college, short breaks, day services, residential care, supported living, employment services and family support. We are passionate about retaining talent and many of our current managers have worked their way up through the ranks. North East Autism Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children, young people and adults, and operates a safer recruitment process. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, and filtering and monitoring process and it is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and/or vulnerable adults. As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for this job vacancy. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer (EOE) here at NEAS. We believe everyone has the right to be themselves. We not only celebrate diversity but recognise the value and opportunity it brings. We are committed to creating a workplace where all differences are valued, and we make sure that all colleagues are given the same opportunities.
Fe Tutor/ Developmental Tutor (VN651) in Newton Aycliffe employer: North East Autism Society
At New Warlands Farm, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment in the heart of County Durham. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme, instant salary access, and discounts across numerous retailers, alongside opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us in making a meaningful impact as we empower autistic and neurodivergent individuals while delivering outstanding customer experiences in our vibrant café, farm shop, and cider production ventures.
