SEND Tutor - Early Development & Play-based Learning

Job description

Big imaginations. Little steps. Life-changing progress.

Join AP Education and help every child learn, communicate and thrive.

At AP Education, we provide personalised, one-to-one Alternative Provision for children and young people (CYP) who face barriers to education. Our relationship-led approach helps them build confidence, develop skills and make meaningful progress.

We're looking for creative, playful and compassionate SEND Tutors across Cheltenham and surrounding areas to support children of EYFS age or those working at an EYFS developmental level.

Learning doesn't always happen at a desk. Sometimes, it starts with a favourite toy, a silly song, a game of peekaboo or an adult willing to get down on the floor and see the world through a child's eyes!

If you're imaginative, happy to be a little silly and passionate about celebrating small steps forward, we'd love to hear from you.

What makes AP Education different?

Relationships come first.

Feeling safe, understood and connected is often the starting point for learning. You'll have the opportunity to build trust, follow a child's interests and develop a positive relationship at their pace.

Creativity is encouraged.

From sensory activities and messy play to songs, stories, building dens and imaginative games, we encourage tutors to make learning fun and meaningful. We want people who can get involved, think outside the box and connect with children on their level.

Communication matters.

Not every child communicates through speech. You'll help children express their needs, choices, feelings and interests using approaches suited to them, such as visual supports, gestures, signing, objects of reference or AAC.

You're supported.

Your dedicated Education Coordinator will help you understand each child's needs, strengths and goals. We'll arrange planning meetings, complete appropriate risk assessments and support you during the initial start-up. You'll have ongoing guidance, training and access to practical resources. Each learner also has an allocated resource budget for suitable activities and materials.

The role

You'll deliver face-to-face, one-to-one support tailored to each child's developmental level, interests and...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cheltenham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English