SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) - Luton

Ackerman Pierce Education; Luton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Flexible hours (up to 30 per week)

Job summary

AP Education is seeking dedicated SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTA to support learners in Luton and surrounding areas. You will provide face-to-face 1:1 support for students from Early Years to KS4, addressing SEND/SEMH needs and implementing positive behaviour strategies.

The role involves conducting baseline assessments, producing progress reports, and coordinating with SALT/OT/Social Workers as needed. A compassionate, proactive tutor with UK experience is encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• QTS or HLTA certification preferred; UK experience with no qualification also welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face 1:1 support to learners.
• Implement behaviour management using positive strategies.
• Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education.
• Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments.
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports and liaise with external professionals.
• Manage daily attendance reporting.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist settings.

Skills

SEND/SEMH tutoring experience

UK teaching experience (2 years+)

Compassionate and reliable

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

Job description

SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) - Luton

Location: Luton

Hourly Rate: £25 - £35 / Hour

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 (Luton) 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.
• 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.