SEND Tutor

AP Education; Coalville; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Tailored curriculum platforms

Baseline toolkit and training videos

CPD opportunities and trauma-informed

Education Coordinator support

Fast onboarding and ongoing placements

Job summary

AP Education is seeking a SEND/SEMH Tutor to provide 1:1 support to learners in North Leicestershire, working with early years to KS4.

You will deliver core subjects or SEND-specific instruction, using positive behaviour strategies and a compassionate, patient approach to meet each learner’s needs. Term-time, 10–30 hours per week, with weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• QTS or HLTA certification preferred; applicants with 2+ years UK experience without qualifications are welcome.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable and initiative-taking mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face 1:1 support for learners with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Deliver Maths, English, Science or SEND-specific instruction.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and a patient, therapeutic approach.
• Conduct baseline academic and emotional assessments to tailor support.
• Prepare progress reports and liaise with SALT, OT or Social Workers when needed.
• Monitor attendance via attendance software and manage daily records.
• Assist learners transitioning to mainstream or specialist settings.

Skills

SEND/SEMH experience

Behaviour management

1:1 tutoring

Early Years to KS4 support

Strong communication

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

UK teaching experience (2+ years)

Job description

SEND/SEMH Tutor (1:1 Support) – North Leicestershire

Location: North Leicestershire

Hourly Rate: £25 - £35 p/h

Flexible Hours: 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 SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTAs in Leicestershire 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
• 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.

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.