SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) - Southend

Ackerman Pierce Education; Burnham-on-Crouch; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed weekly pay

Tailored curriculum platforms

Baseline toolkit with resources and培训

Training by Head of Education

CPD opportunities

Dedicated Education Coordinator

Quick onboarding and compliance

Job summary

AP Education is seeking dedicated SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTA staff to provide 1:1 support for learners with complex needs in Southend and surrounding areas. You will deliver core subjects and therapeutic approaches to help students access education during term-time.

£28-30 per hour, flexible hours up to 30 per week, term-time only, with weekly pay and access to tailored resources and CPD opportunities to support ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face 1:1 support across Early Years to KS4.
• Teach core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND-specific content.
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and patient support.
• Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support.
• Prepare progress reports and liaise with SALT/OT/Social Workers as needed.
• Manage attendance reporting via attendance software.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist settings.

Skills

SEND tutoring

Communication

Patience

Compassionate mindset

UK classroom/education background

Education

QTS or HLTA certification

Job description

SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) - Southend

Location: Southend

Hourly Rate: £28 -£30

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 Southend 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.

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.

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