SEND Tutor (1:1 Support) – Watford/Hemel Hempstead

About the role

Join AP Education to deliver one‑to‑one support for children and young people with complex special educational needs. You will work on a flexible, term‑time basis, providing tailored instruction and therapeutic guidance to learners from Early Years to KS4.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND‑specific content in a 1:1 setting.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies and maintain a therapeutic approach.
• Conduct baseline academic and emotional assessments to shape targeted interventions.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and liaise with external professionals such as SALT, OT, or social workers.
• Record attendance using the provided attendance software.
• Support learners transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings.

Required profile

• Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• QTS or HLTA preferred, but two years of relevant UK experience without formal qualification is acceptable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and proactive attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Guaranteed weekly pay (£25‑£35 per hour).
• Access to a bespoke curriculum platform and baseline toolkit.
• Regular CPD, including trauma‑informed practice workshops.
• Training sessions led by the Head of Education.