Cambridge SEND Tutor - 1:1 Support, Flexible Hours

AP Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Tailored curriculum platforms

Baseline toolkit with resources

Training sessions by Head of Education

CPD opportunities

Bespoke tutor platform

Direct impact on learners

Education Coordinator support

Streamlined onboarding

Ongoing placements with referrals

Job summary

AP Education seeks a SEND Tutor to provide 1:1 support in Cambridge, helping learners with complex needs from Early Years to KS4. You’ll deliver maths/english/science or SEND-specific sessions with a compassionate, patient approach.

You will conduct baseline assessments, track progress, and coordinate with SALT/OT/social workers as needed, while supporting transitions to suitable education settings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• QTS or HLTA preferred; two years UK experience without qualifications accepted.
• 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, meeting individual needs.
• Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support and intervention.
• Prepare detailed progress reports and liaise with professionals (SALT, OT, Social Workers) for multi-agency support.
• Manage daily attendance reporting via attendance software.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Education

QTS or HLTA preferred; 2 years UK experience accepted

Job description

AP Education seeks a SEND Tutor to provide 1:1 support in Cambridge, helping learners with complex needs from Early Years to KS4. You’ll deliver maths/english/science or SEND-specific sessions with a compassionate, patient approach.

You will conduct baseline assessments, track progress, and coordinate with SALT/OT/social workers as needed, while supporting transitions to suitable education settings.