Autism & ADHD 1:1 Tutor — Flexible, Term-Time

AP Education; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Tailored curriculum platforms

Baseline toolkit with resources

Job summary

AP Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Tutor to provide face-to-face 1:1 support in Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas. You will work with learners from Early Years to KS4, delivering core subjects and SEND-focused support, with a compassionate, patient approach.

You will conduct assessments, prepare progress reports, and liaise with professionals to enable multi-agency collaboration. DBS enhanced checks are required; flexible term-time hours offered with guaranteed weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• QTS or HLTA preferred; applicants with 2 years UK experience without qualifications are welcome.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; compassionate and proactive.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

SEND/SEMH tutoring

Education background

QTS/HLTA preferred

Communication skills

Compassionate & proactive

Education

QTS/HLTA preferred

Two years UK experience without qualifications

Job description

AP Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Tutor to provide face-to-face 1:1 support in Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas. You will work with learners from Early Years to KS4, delivering core subjects and SEND-focused support, with a compassionate, patient approach.

You will conduct assessments, prepare progress reports, and liaise with professionals to enable multi-agency collaboration. DBS enhanced checks are required; flexible term-time hours offered with guaranteed weekly pay.