1:1 SEND Tutor - Flexible, Term-Time Support

AP Education; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Tailored curriculum platforms

Baseline toolkit with resources

Job summary

AP Education is seeking SEND Tutors to provide face-to-face 1:1 support in Needham Market and surrounding areas, Ipswich. You will work with learners from Early Years to KS4, delivering core subjects or SEND-specific sessions with a therapeutic and adaptable approach.

Ideal candidates have experience with SEND/SEMH, strong communication, and a compassionate mindset. Two years UK experience without formal qualifications are welcome, with QTS or HLTA preferred. DBS enhanced disclosure is required.

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 liaise with external professionals 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 experience

Strong communication

Compassionate approach

Education

QTS or HLTA

Job description

AP Education is seeking SEND Tutors to provide face-to-face 1:1 support in Needham Market and surrounding areas, Ipswich. You will work with learners from Early Years to KS4, delivering core subjects or SEND-specific sessions with a therapeutic and adaptable approach.

Ideal candidates have experience with SEND/SEMH, strong communication, and a compassionate mindset. Two years UK experience without formal qualifications are welcome, with QTS or HLTA preferred. DBS enhanced disclosure is required.