SEMH/SEN Tutor 1:1

Ackerman Pierce Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization in Greater London is seeking dedicated SEND/SEMH Tutors to provide tailored, 1:1 support for students facing challenges in mainstream settings. Ideal candidates will have experience in education or youth work, along with excellent communication skills. This role offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on individual learners. Join a supportive environment that promotes continuous professional growth.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly pay

Access to tailored curriculum platforms

Regular CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND and SEMH.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for students from KS3 to KS4.
• Deliver core subjects or SEND-specific content.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies.
• Conduct baseline assessments for targeted support.
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education.

Skills

Experience teaching children with SEND

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compassionate and dependable mindset

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

Minimum two years’ relevant UK experience

Job description

SEND/SEMH Tutors (1:1) – Central / East London

Location: Tower Hamlets

Hourly Rate: £27.50-£37.50

Flexible Hours: Up to 30 per week | Term‑time only

Make a difference where it matters most.

Overview

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 HLTA in East London and the surrounding regions.

What you will support

• SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
• SEMH (Social Emotional Mental Health)
• Autism
• EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
• SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties)
• MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide face‑to‑face 1:1 support, working with students from KS3 to KS4.
• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND‑specific content.
• 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 and SEMH.
• 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.
• 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.

Call us on (phone number removed) and ask for Darren. Or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor in London.

Equal Opportunity & Safeguarding

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.