SEMH Tutor

Ackerman Pierce Education; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider is seeking SEMH Tutors to support students with complex needs in Hampshire. This role involves delivering core subjects and implementing positive behavior management. Candidates should have experience with SEMH requirements and a compassionate mindset. The position offers a flexible schedule of up to 15 hours per week with guaranteed pay, making a significant impact without managing large classroom groups. Join a supportive environment dedicated to the welfare of children.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly pay

Access to tailored curriculum platforms

Comprehensive Baseline toolkit

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEMH-specific.
• Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies.
• Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education.

Skills

Experience with SEMH requirements

Compassionate mindset

Excellent communication skills

Education

QTS or HLTA certification preferred

Minimum of two years relevant UK experience

Job description

SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) - Hampshire
Location: Hampshire
Hourly Rate: £25-£35 depending on experience
Flexible Hours: Up to 15 hours per week, per contract | Term-time only
Make a difference where it matters most.

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

• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
• ACE’s (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
• Autism
• EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
• SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties)
• MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEMH-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.
• 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 Kayleigh Ronan.
Or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor in Hampshire.

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.