Early Years Specialist Tutor / 1:1 Therapeutic Educator

Location

Mepal & Witcham / Cambridgeshire area

Hours

15 hours per week (Interim Provision, Weekday daytime)

Pay Rate

Up to £30 per hour

Start Date

01/09/2026

About the Role

We are seeking an empathetic, creative, and highly adaptable

1:1 Primary Specialist Tutor

to provide interim 1:1 educational and therapeutic support for a bright, articulate Year 1 pupil currently out of mainstream school.

This role requires a practitioner skilled in

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) / Key Stage 1 (KS1)

pedagogy who can blend academic learning with play-based, movement-heavy, and therapeutic strategies. The ideal candidate will act as a stabilizing "known adult," helping the child regulate her emotions and transition back into an effective learning routine.

Key Responsibilities

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Play-Based & Active Learning

Integrate the child's interests-such as nature books, art, imaginary play, and messy play-into core academic subjects (Reading, Writing, Maths).

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Therapeutic Behavior Support

Support a young learner experiencing periods of emotional dysregulation. Utilize physical movement, sensory tools (e.g., gym ball), and proactive co-regulation techniques rather than rigid classroom control.

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Bite-Sized Academic Instruction

Deliver flexible, short-burst lessons (10-15 minute "nuggets") designed to maintain academic standards (working at expected levels) without causing overwhelm or resistance.

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Relationship Building

Serve as a consistent, calm, and patient presence to build trust and emotional security.

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Progress Tracking & Transition

Monitor behavioral and academic progress to help prepare the child for a successful, smooth transition back into a primary school setting.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience & Skills

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Qualified Teacher Status

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extensive primary/early-years tutoring experience.

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EYFS /

Key Stage 1 Expertise

Proven ability to deliver EYFS-informed and early primary learning frameworks.

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Nurturing & Therapeutic Approach

Experience working with children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, traumatic backgrounds, or history of permanent exclusion/suspension.

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Adaptable & Energetic

Comfortable delivering learning "on the go," incorporating physical movement, outdoor exploration, and messy play.

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Strong Behavior Management

Skilled in de-escalation, empathy-led boundary setting, and youth work principles.

Desirable

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Experience with digital learning tools / micro-learning platforms (e.g., Century Tech).

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Background in youth work, therapeutic education, or alternative provision setups.

Why Join Us?

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High Impact

Directly transform the educational experience of a child in need of targeted, 1:1 therapeutic support.

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Flexibility

Work 15 hours a week with dedicated focus on a single pupil.

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Competitive Pay

Highly competitive hourly rate reflecting the specialized nature of the tuition required.

Safeguarding Note

An enhanced DBS check and standard safeguarding background checks will be required for the successful candidate.