SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) - Norfolk

Ackerman Pierce Education; Diss; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Job summary

AP Education is seeking dedicated SEMH Tutors, Teachers and HLTA for Norfolk, offering 1:1 face-to-face support with students from Early Years to KS4. Based in Diss, the role provides hourly pay in the 28–35 range and up-to-30 hours per week term-time only.

You will deliver core subjects, use positive behaviour strategies, and liaise with SALT/OT or social workers as needed. A DBS Enhanced disclosure is required; QTS or HLTA preferred, but two years' UK experience without qualifications is

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face 1:1 support, working with students from Early Years to KS4.
• 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 liaise with external professionals 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.

Skills

SEMH experience

SEND experience

Excellent communication

Compassionate mindset

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

2 years UK experience (desirable)

Job description

SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) - Norfolk

Location: Diss

Hourly Rate: £28- £35

Flexible Hours: Up to 10-30 hours 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 SEMH Tutors, SEMH Teachers, and HLTAs in Norfolk and the surrounding regions.

• 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

You'll provide face-to-face 1:1 support, working with students from Early Years to KS4. Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• DedicatedEducation 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.

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.