Tutor

Tailoreducation Recruitment Ltd; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TailorEDucation is seeking tutors to support pupils across KS1–KS5, including Functional Skills Maths and English, for in-person or online tuition. Roles vary by placement and requirements, with the opportunity to work with SEND pupils and adapt lessons to individual needs.

Successful applicants join a supportive team focused on professional development, with access to CPD training and dedicated consultant support throughout placements.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching, tutoring or education experience.
• Experience supporting Maths and/or English.
• A patient, supportive and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging, structured tuition sessions.
• Supporting pupils to develop their Maths and English skills.
• Delivering Functional Skills or targeted academic intervention.
• Adapting learning to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback on learning.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.
• Working collaboratively with schools, families and other professionals where appropriate.

Job description

TUTOR

As a Tutor working with TailorEDucation, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils to make progress in their learning, confidence and personal development.

Our tuition assignments cover children and young people from KS1 through to KS5, with opportunities supporting a diverse range of educational needs. This may include Functional Skills Maths and English, academic catch-up, targeted intervention or personalised learning support. You may also work with pupils who have SEND needs, adapting your approach to meet their individual learning needs and circumstances.

Depending on the role, you may be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging, structured tuition sessions
• Supporting pupils to develop their Maths and English skills
• Delivering Functional Skills or targeted academic intervention
• Adapting learning to meet individual needs and abilities
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback on learning
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence, independence and a positive attitude towards learning
• Working collaboratively with schools, families and other professionals where appropriate

Tuition may be delivered face-to-face, either within a school or an appropriate education setting, depending on the individual placement or online.

About the Setting

Our tuition opportunities can vary considerably, from supporting pupils who require additional help to catch up with their peers, through to more individualised provision for pupils with SEND or those who are currently unable to access a mainstream classroom setting.

Assignments cover KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4 and KS5, and each placement is different. We will discuss the specific requirements, setting, pupil needs and expectations with you before you start.

The Ideal Candidate Experience

• Relevant teaching, tutoring or education experience
• Experience supporting Maths and/or English
• A strong understanding of how to engage and motivate pupils
• The ability to adapt learning to individual needs
• Experience working with SEND pupils is desirable for some roles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, supportive and nurturing approach
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people achieve their potential

Relevant qualifications will depend on the individual tuition role. QTS, QTLS, teaching qualifications, functional skills experience or relevant tutoring/education experience may be considered depending on the requirements of the placement.

Registering with TailorEDucation means:

When you join TailorEDucation, you gain access to a supportive team dedicated to your professional development and finding you tuition opportunities that match your experience and preferences.

You will have access to over 50 CPD accredited and school-related training courses free of charge, alongside dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Our consultant team has a combined 25 years of experience recruiting educators, giving us a strong understanding of the education sector and the needs of both educators and settings.

Key Benefits Include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working options
• Ongoing, short-term and long-term opportunities
• Face-to-face tuition opportunities across Kent & Medway
• Opportunities supporting pupils from KS1 through to KS5
• Access to 50+ CPD training courses
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities to work across a range of schools and education settings
• Roles supporting a diverse range of pupils and learning needs

Successful applicants will complete TailorEDucation’s compliance process in line with safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) requirements.