Job Title: 1:1 Tutor - SEMH & SLCN & Learning through Play
Location: Staines (Home-based)
Salary: £25 - £27 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: 10 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, patient and creative 1:1 Tutor to support a Reception-aged pupil in a home setting in Staines.

The pupil has Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), and a diagnosis of ASD. The pupil is currently pre-verbal, so this role requires a strong focus on communication development through play-based and sensory-led approaches.

This role is ideal for someone who believes in learning through play, relationship-based practice, and nurturing approaches. You will deliver personalised sessions tailored to the pupil's individual needs, focusing on engagement, early communication and emotional regulation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke 1:1 sessions tailored to SEMH and SLCN needs
• Use play-based, sensory and creative learning strategies
• Support early communication development (including non-verbal communication)
• Build a strong, trusting relationship to support engagement
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Adapt activities to meet the pupil's individual needs and interests
• Work closely with parents and external professionals
• Track and report on progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with Early Years or Reception-aged children
• Experience supporting children with ASD and/or SLCN
• Understanding of supporting pre-verbal pupils or alternative communication methods (e.g. PECS, Makaton - desirable)
• Knowledge of play-based learning approaches
• A patient, calm and engaging nature
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Relevant experience or qualifications (SEN, EYFS, SALT, Psychology, etc. - desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Supportive and flexible working environment
• Opportunity to build a meaningful 1:1 relationship
• Ongoing support and guidance
• The chance to make a genuine difference through early intervention

If you are passionate about inclusive education and believe in a nurturing, play-based approach to learning, we would love to hear from you.