Full job descriptionPDA SPECIALIST TUTOR Location: Birchington
Role: PDA Specialist Tutor
Hours: Flexible / 1:1 Tuition
Are you an experienced teacher, tutor or SEN professional with a strong understanding of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)?
Do you have the patience, creativity and flexibility to engage a young person who may find traditional education challenging?
Academics are looking for a PDA Specialist Tutor to provide tailored, engaging 1:1 tuition and help a young person re-engage with learning in a way that works for them.
The RoleAs a PDA Specialist Tutor, you will:
*Deliver bespoke 1:1 tuition based around the student’s individual needs and interests.
*Use PDA-informed, low-demand and relationship-led approaches.
*Build trust and a positive working relationship with the student.
*Adapt lessons creatively to encourage engagement and participation.
*Support confidence, emotional wellbeing and educational progress.
*Work closely with parents, carers and other professionals where required.
*Create a calm, supportive and flexible learning environment.
Who Are We Looking For?We would love to hear from:
*Experienced Teachers and Tutors
*SEN Teachers and SEN Tutors
*Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants / HLTAs
*Education professionals with PDA experience
*Professionals with experience supporting autism, ADHD, anxiety or EBSA
*Individuals who understand that one approach does not fit all
Most importantly, you will be patient, creative, adaptable and relationship-focused, with a genuine passion for helping young people succeed.
Why Work Through Academics?At Academics, we connect talented education professionals with rewarding opportunities where they can make a genuine difference.
*Flexible tuition opportunities
*1:1 specialist support
*Work that makes a real impact
*Dedicated consultant support
*Opportunities across the education and SEN sector
*Competitive rates of pay
If you’re a PDA Specialist Tutor looking for a rewarding new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy.