SEN Tutor - Hatfield

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Hatfield seeks a passionate SEND Tutor to provide customized 1:1 support to children with special educational needs. This role requires proven experience in teaching or tutoring, strong communication skills, and a compassionate approach. The position offers flexible hours up to 30 hours a week, with guaranteed weekly pay and comprehensive support. If you're dedicated to making a difference and want to work in a rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly pay

Access to tailored curriculum platforms

Regular CPD opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face 1:1 support to students from Early Years to KS4.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies.
• Adopt a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education.

Skills

Experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compassionate and dependable mindset

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

At least two years' relevant UK experience

Job description

SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) - Hatfield

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Hourly Rate: £25 - 35
Flexible Hours: Up to 30 hours per week | Term‑time only

Make a difference where it matters most.

About the Role

AP Education collaborates with local authorities to deliver customised 1:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide face‑to‑face 1:1 support to students from Early Years to KS4, delivering core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND‑specific content.
• Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience.
• Adopt 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 such as SALT, OT, or Social Workers to facilitate a 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 at least 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 Lauryn Tyson
Or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor in Hertfordshire

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.