Job Description
Job Advert: Early Years Play-Based Tutor (6-Year-Old Learner)
Hours: 2 hours per day, 2 days per weekStart: ASAPProvision: 1:1 Play-Based TutoringNeeds: Undiagnosed but presenting with autistic traits
About the Role
We are looking for a warm, patient, and engaging Early Years Play-Based Tutor to support a 6-year-old learner who is not formally diagnosed but displays traits associated with autism. Sessions will focus on building early learning skills, confidence, communication, and engagement through child-led, play-centred approaches.
This is an ideal role for someone passionate about developmental learning, SEN support, and helping children thrive through meaningful, fun, hands-on activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver play-based Early Years learning tailored to the child's interests and pace.
* Support communication, interaction, and emotional regulation through gentle, structured play.
* Create a calm, engaging environment that encourages exploration and confidence-building.
* Use simple routines, visuals, and sensory-friendly strategies where helpful.
* Provide brief session notes and communicate progress as required.
Requirements
* Experience working with Early Years learners.
* At least 6 months experience over the last 5 years in UK schools
* Knowledge or experience supporting children with autistic traits or SEN.
* Creative, patient, and able to build rapport quickly.
* Ability to plan playful, engaging, child-centred learning activities.
What We Offer
* Regular 1:1 sessions over two days per week.
* Supportive commissioning team.
* Competitive hourly rate.
* Opportunity to make a meaningful difference through gentle, play-led support.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy.