At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support to young people with SEN, SEMH, or additional needs.
- Company: A dedicated organisation focused on helping children thrive in education.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Join us to empower young people and help them reconnect with their education.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN/SEMH, empathy, and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 25 - 25 £ per hour.
Can you help us ensure every child can live a Life Worth Living? Around 90,000 young people across the UK are persistently absent from education each year. We support children and young people who are disengaged from education through tailored mentoring and interventions that help them reconnect, rebuild confidence, and thrive.
About the Role
We are looking for compassionate and adaptable practitioners to deliver personalised 1:1 support to young people with SEN, SEMH, or additional needs. This is a community-based role, working beyond traditional classrooms to create safe, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences.
You will:
- Deliver tailored intervention sessions
- Build positive and consistent relationships with young people
- Monitor progress and report safeguarding concerns
- Complete risk assessments and maintain accurate records
- Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and regional teams
Who We’re Looking For
You may come from education, youth work, healthcare, social care, coaching, uniformed services, or other people-focused backgrounds. We value empathy, resilience, creativity, and the ability to build trust with vulnerable young people.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience
- Experience supporting young people with SEN and/or SEMH needs
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Right to work in the UK
- Availability for at least 3 weekdays during daytime hours
- ADHD/ADD Experience
- Willing to adapt to erratic behaviours
- Willing to do Complex Needs & Personal Care
Desirable:
- Teaching or therapeutic qualifications
- Safeguarding or de-escalation training
- Knowledge of ADHD, ASD, PDA and trauma-informed practice
Practicalities
- Flexible opportunities based on location and student match
- £16–£25 per hour for lead roles, plus agreed expenses
- Monday–Friday daytime availability required
- Consistent availability is essential to provide stability for young people
Equality & Inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Due to the specific needs of some young people, there may be occasions where we recruit practitioners of a particular gender where this is a lawful Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS and compliance vetting.
If you’re passionate about changing lives and supporting young people to re-engage with education, we’d love to hear from you.
Children and Young People Practitioner - ADHD, SEMH and ASD Experience in Ipswich employer: Nudge Education
At Nudge Education, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, providing practitioners with flexible opportunities and competitive pay while ensuring professional growth through ongoing training and development. Located in Alfreton, our community-based approach allows you to work closely with families and professionals, creating engaging learning experiences that truly make a difference.
