Literacy SEN Tutor | Barnet | September 2026 Start
Are you a Psychology or English graduate with a genuine passion for supporting neurodivergent learners?
 
This Literacy SEN Tutor role is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring educational psychologist, teacher, or SEND professional looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within a specialist ARP setting. An inclusive secondary school in Barnet is seeking a dedicated Literacy SEN Tutor to join their Additional Resource Provision from September 2026.
 
As a Literacy SEN Tutor, you will support autistic students in developing core literacy skills, confidence, and communication through structured small-group intervention.
 
What You’ll Be Doing as a Literacy SEN Tutor

• Deliver small-group literacy sessions as a Literacy SEN Tutor within an ARP setting.
• Support students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional learning needs.
• Focus on reading, writing, comprehension, and functional communication skills.
• Adapt learning materials to suit a range of neurodivergent profiles.
• Work closely with specialist SEN staff to deliver targeted interventions.

 
What We’re Looking for in a Literacy SEN Tutor

• Degree in English, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Strong A-Level results in English or Psychology (A* or A).
• Strong academic background with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A genuine interest in autism, neurodiversity, and inclusive education.
• Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent approach.
• Aspiring educational psychologist, teacher or SEN practitioner.
• Experience with young people is beneficial but not essential.

 
What the School Offers | Literacy SEN Tutor Role

• Opportunity to work within a specialist ARP in a mainstream secondary school.
• Direct experience delivering literacy interventions to neurodivergent learners.
• Strong preparation for careers in teaching, psychology, or SEN support.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

 
If you're a motivated Literacy SEN Tutor looking to make a real difference while building your career in education, we’d love to hear from you.
 
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