1:1 SEND Tutor — Flexible, Impactful Learning (Ipswich)

AP Education; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Training & CPD

Job summary

AP Education is seeking dedicated 1:1 SEND Tutors in Ipswich to support learners with SEND/SEMH from Early Years to KS4. You will deliver Maths, English and Science or SEND-specific sessions, using a therapeutic, patient approach.

Candidates with experience in education or youth work are welcomed; QTS or HLTA certification is preferred, though two years UK experience without formal qualifications is acceptable.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND-specific
• Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience.
• Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education, ensuring each learner’s individual needs are met.
• Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support and intervention.
• Prepare detailed daily/weekly progress reports and, where necessary, liaise with external professionals such as SALT, OT, or Social Workers to facilitate a collaborative, multi-agency approach.
• Manage daily attendance reporting via our attendance software.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings as appropriate.

Skills

SEND tutoring

Communication skills

Job description

AP Education is seeking dedicated 1:1 SEND Tutors in Ipswich to support learners with SEND/SEMH from Early Years to KS4. You will deliver Maths, English and Science or SEND-specific sessions, using a therapeutic, patient approach.

Candidates with experience in education or youth work are welcomed; QTS or HLTA certification is preferred, though two years UK experience without formal qualifications is acceptable.