We are currently seeking a tutor to support a Year 10 student who is working towards Functional Skills Maths and English and requires 10 hours of tuition per week.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support a young person who is experiencing significant barriers to education and would benefit from a patient, therapeutic approach to learning.

Student Profile:

• Year 10 student
• Home-based provision
• Working towards Functional Skills Maths and English
• Has experienced autistic burnout and significant anxiety surrounding education
• Lost confidence in their academic abilities
• Has not engaged with Maths since Year 7 and currently has a strong mental block around the subject
• English skills are below expected levels and require targeted support
• Presents with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside underlying autism and social communication differences
• Displays some compulsive/OCD-type behaviours, which have become more prominent recently
• Ongoing relationship-building is essential, as the student needs time to develop trust with adults outside of their family

The successful candidate will:

• Have a good understanding of autism, anxiety and autistic burnout
• Be comfortable delivering Functional Skills English and/or Maths
• Use therapeutic, non-directive approaches, including emotion coaching and validation
• Be confident building rapport before introducing academic work
• Recognise signs of distress and adapt sessions accordingly
• Be patient, flexible and focused on rebuilding confidence and engagement with learning

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months' experience within education
• Experience supporting young people with additional needs is highly desirable
• Comfortable delivering Functional Skills English and/or Maths

If you are interested in supporting this student, please apply !