Functional Skills Tutor

AP Education; Norwich; Presencial; GBP 34.000 - 48.000; Tempo parcial

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Guaranteed weekly pay

Training videos and CPD opportunities

Education Coordinator support

Resumo da vaga

AP Education seeks a dedicated Functional Skills Tutor for 1:1 support in Norwich. You will work with learners with SEND/SEMH, delivering the Functional Skills curriculum and supporting transitions to appropriate education settings. A compassionate, patient approach and strong communication are essential.

Role involves term-time hours up to 30 per week with flexible scheduling, DBS enhanced disclosure, and collaboration with local authorities. Prior UK experience in SEND environments is valued.

Qualificações

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills curriculum.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, dependable and proactive approach.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver the Functional Skills Curriculum or SEND-specific content.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies.
• Provide therapeutic, adaptable teaching to meet individual learner needs.
• Conduct baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform support.
• Prepare progress reports and liaise with external professionals as needed.
• Support learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist settings.

Conhecimentos

SEND/SEMH experience

Functional Skills delivery

Excellent communication

Compassionate

Formação

QTS or HLTA certification preferred

2+ years UK experience in related role

Descrição da vaga

Functional Skills Tutor (1:1 Support) - NORFOLK

Location: NORWICH

Hourly Rate: £25-£35

Flexible Hours: Up to 30hrs per week Term-time only

Make a difference where it matters most.

AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local authorities in delivering customised 1:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting. We seek dedicated SEND/SEMH Tutors, SEND/SEMH Teachers, and HLTAs in (AREA) and the surrounding regions.

You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to:

• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
• Autism
• EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
• SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties)
• MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the Functional Skills Curriculum 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.

Candidate Profile

• 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' relevant UK experience without qualifications are welcome.
• Experience delivering the Functional Skills curriculum to a high standard.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.

Why AP Education?

• Guaranteed weekly pay.
• Access to tailored curriculum platforms designed for flexibility, accessibility, and personalised learning support.
• Comprehensive Baseline toolkit with downloadable resources and training videos.
• Training sessions led by our Head of Education.
• Regular CPD opportunities, including workshops on trauma-informed practice, to ensure ongoing professional growth.
• Use of our bespoke tutor platform, featuring a wide array of trainings and resources to enhance your support for learners.
• Opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on individual students without managing large classroom groups.
• Dedicated Education Coordinator to assist throughout your placement.
• Streamlined compliance process for quick onboarding.
• Ongoing access to new placements, with consistent referrals from our local authority partners ensuring continuity of employment.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

If you're passionate about helping young people thrive and want to work in a flexible, supportive environment — we’d love to hear from you.

AP Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, or sexuality