Job Description
SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) – Letchworth Garden City
Location: Letchworth Garden City
Hourly Rate: £25 - £32
Flexible Hours: Up to 15 per week | Term-time only
Make a difference where it matters most.
/n 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 SEMH Tutors, SEMH Teachers, and HLTAs in Letchworth Garden City and the surrounding regions.
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- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
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- ACE's (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
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- Autism
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- EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
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- SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties)
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- MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)
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Key Responsibilities
/n You'll provide face-to-face 1:1 support, working with students from Early Years to KS4. Your responsibilities will include:
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- Deliver core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEMH-specific
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- Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience.
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- Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education, ensuring each learner's individual needs are met.
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- Perform baseline academic and emotional assessments to inform targeted support and intervention.
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- 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.
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- Manage daily attendance reporting via our attendance software.
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- Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings as appropriate.
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Candidate Profile:
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- Proven experience teaching or tutoring children with SEND/SEMH requirements.
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- Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
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- QTS or HLTA certification preferred; however, applicants with a minimum of two years' relevant UK experience without qualifications are welcome.
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- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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- Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.
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Why AP Education?
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- Guaranteed weekly pay.
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- Access to tailored curriculum platforms designed for flexibility, accessibility, and personalised learning support.
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- Comprehensive Baseline toolkit with downloadable resources and training videos.
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- Training sessions led by our Head of Education.
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- Regular CPD opportunities, including workshops on trauma-informed practice, to ensure ongoing professional growth.
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- Use of our bespoke tutor platform, featuring a wide array of trainings and resources to enhance your support for learners.
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- Opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on individual students without managing large classroom groups.
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- DedicatedEducation Coordinator to assist throughout your placement.
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- Streamlined compliance process for quick onboarding.
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- Ongoing access to new placements, with consistent referrals from our local authority partners ensuring continuity of employment.
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Ready to Make a Real Difference?
/n 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.
/n Call us on and ask for Lauryn Tyson
Or apply now to become a 1:1 SEND Tutor inLetchworth Garden City
SEMH Tutors (1:1 Support) - Letchworth Garden City employer: Ackerman Pierce Education
AP Education is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible and supportive work environment for SEND Tutors in Lutterworth, Leicestershire. With guaranteed weekly pay, tailored training sessions, and ongoing professional development opportunities, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with complex needs. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters growth in a rewarding educational setting.
