1:1 Functional Skills Tutor – SEND/SEMH (Luton, Flexible)

AP Education; Luton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Tailored curriculum platforms

Baseline toolkit and training videos

CPD opportunities

Job summary

AP Education is seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to provide 1:1 support in Luton for KS3–KS4 students with SEND/SEMH needs. The role offers flexible, term-time hours and an hourly rate; you will deliver Functional Skills or SEND-specific content and collaborate with other professionals to ensure holistic support.

You will use compassionate, proactive strategies to help learners engage and progress, with baseline assessments and regular progress reporting to tailor interventions.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements.
• Background in education, youth work or therapeutic settings.
• QTS or HLTA certification preferred.
• Experience delivering the Functional Skills curriculum.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable and initiative-taking mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face 1:1 support, working with students from KS3 to KS4.
• Deliver the Functional Skills Curriculum or SEND-specific content.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and patient approaches.
• Provide a therapeutic, adaptable approach to education.
• Conduct baseline academic and emotional assessments.
• Prepare detailed progress reports and liaise with SALT, OT or Social Workers.
• Manage daily attendance reporting via attendance software.
• Assist learners transitioning to mainstream or specialist settings.

Skills

SEND/SEMH tutoring

Excellent communication

Compassionate & proactive

Behaviour management

Education

QTS

HLTA certification

2+ years UK experience (education)

Job description

AP Education is seeking a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor to provide 1:1 support in Luton for KS3–KS4 students with SEND/SEMH needs. The role offers flexible, term-time hours and an hourly rate; you will deliver Functional Skills or SEND-specific content and collaborate with other professionals to ensure holistic support.

You will use compassionate, proactive strategies to help learners engage and progress, with baseline assessments and regular progress reporting to tailor interventions.