SEND Tutor (SLCN| EYFS) - East London

AP Education; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Curriculum platforms access

Baseline toolkit and training videos

CPD opportunities

Tutor platform access and resources

Education Coordinator support

Compliance onboarding

Ongoing placements with referrals

Job summary

AP Education is seeking dedicated SEND Tutors to support learners with Speech Language Communication Needs (SLCN) in East London. This role focuses on 1:1 or small group tutoring with pre-verbal and non-verbal learners, including a range of complex needs.

You will deliver core subjects or SEND-specific adaptive teaching, using positive behaviour strategies, and liaising with external professionals as needed. DBS clearance is required, with ongoing CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SLCN.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable and initiative-taking mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English) or SEND-specific adaptive teaching.
• Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies.
• Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education.
• Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support.
• Prepare detailed daily/weekly progress reports and liaise with external professionals to facilitate a collaborative approach.
• Manage daily attendance reporting via attendance software.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings.

Skills

SEND tutoring

SLCN experience

Pre-verbal learners

Makaton/BSL experience

Education

QTS or HLTA preferred

2+ years UK experience without qualifications

Job description

SEND Tutor (SLCN EYFS) - East London

Location: East London (Whitechapel, Bow, Docklands)

Hourly Rate: £25-£35.00

Flexible Hours: Up to 30 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 (AREA) and the surrounding regions with experience supporting young people with SLCN including pre verbal and/or non verbal learners.

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

• SLCN (Speech Language Communication Needs)
• Pre or non verbal
• Autism
• EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
• SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties)
• MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English) or SEND-specific adaptive teaching
• 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/SLCN requirements
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings
• Experience supporting young people who are pre or non verbal
• Makaton or BSL experience would be helpful but not essential
• 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