1:1 Specialist Tutor & Engagement Mentor (Male)

Job Title: 1:1 Engagement Mentor & Specialist Tutor (Male)

Location: Dunstable / Houghton Regis area (Home-based)

Role Type: Flexible / Part-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and highly skilled Male Specialist Tutor / Engagement Mentor to provide 1:1 support for an autistic young person who has been out of formal education for approximately one year and experiences significant anxiety and school avoidance.

The pupil previously thrived under the guidance of a trusted support worker, and the loss of that connection has deeply impacted his willingness to engage with new professionals. Therefore, this role is strictly focused on a relationship-led, low-demand approach at the outset. The primary goal is to build trust, reduce anxiety, and foster a safe connection before focusing on structured academic milestones.

This position plays a critical role in re-establishing the pupil's educational confidence and helping prepare him for potential future transitions to specialist educational provision.

Key Responsibilities

• Relationship & Trust Building: Establish a consistent, low-pressure rapport through a "soft start" approach-utilising educational games, shared interests, and social activities within the family h...