SEND/SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) Buckinghamshire

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

Job summary

A leading education provider in Buckinghamshire is seeking SEND Tutors to provide dedicated 1:1 support for children with complex needs. You will deliver core subjects and specific learning content while implementing effective behaviour management strategies. This role offers flexible hours of up to 30 per week, allowing you to truly make a difference in students' lives. Ideal candidates will have experience in a teaching or tutoring capacity, with qualifications preferred but not mandatory for those with substantial relevant experience.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly pay

Access to tailored curriculum platforms

Regular CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with complex needs in education settings.
• Minimum of two years' relevant UK experience without qualifications welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face 1:1 support to learners.
• Deliver core subjects and SEND-specific content.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compassionate and dependable mindset

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

Job description

SEND/SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) Buckinghamshire

Location: Buckinghamshire
Hourly Rate: £25 to £35 P/H
Flexible Hours: Up to 30 per week | Term-time only

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 Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTAs in Buckinghamshire and the surrounding regions. You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to:

• SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
• 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 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/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 Beth or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor in Buckinghamshire.

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.