1:1 SEND/SEMH Tutor (Basildon) – Flexible, Term-Time

AP Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training sessions

Ongoing placements

Dedicated Education Coordinator

Job summary

AP Education in Basildon is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide face-to-face 2:1 support for learners from Early Years to KS4, alongside a Tutor. You will assist with core subjects and use positive behaviour strategies to help each learner thrive.

Role includes writing progress reports and coordinating with professionals, plus attendance management and support for transitions to mainstream or specialist settings. Term-time, flexible hours, weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting children with SEND/SEMH requirements.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• HLTA certification preferred; applicants with two years' UK experience without qualifications are welcome.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face 2:1 support alongside a Tutor with students from Early Years to KS4.
• Assist preparing learning materials for core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND-specific needs.
• Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience.
• Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education, ensuring each learner's needs are met.
• Assist the Tutor to write detailed daily/weekly progress reports and liaise with external professionals when needed.
• Manage daily attendance reporting via our attendance software.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Reliability

Initiative

Education

HLTA certification

Two years UK experience (no qualification)

Job description

AP Education in Basildon is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide face-to-face 2:1 support for learners from Early Years to KS4, alongside a Tutor. You will assist with core subjects and use positive behaviour strategies to help each learner thrive.

Role includes writing progress reports and coordinating with professionals, plus attendance management and support for transitions to mainstream or specialist settings. Term-time, flexible hours, weekly pay.