Chemistry Tutor

Academics; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Quantum Scholars is seeking an experienced Chemistry Tutor to deliver in-person one-to-one support to secondary students in Wokingham and surrounding areas. You will tailor lessons to each learner, build confidence and help students prepare for GCSE chemistry where appropriate.

Ideal candidates will have classroom or tutoring experience, strong communication and a patient, flexible approach, and willingness to undergo safeguarding checks. This is an in-person role based in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or tutoring Chemistry to secondary-aged learners.
• Good understanding of the Chemistry curriculum.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, personalised learning.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding checks and provide references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one Chemistry tuition to secondary-aged learners in Wokingham and surrounding areas.
• Support learners with topics appropriate to their age and level.
• Plan engaging, accessible learning activities and adapt to individual needs.
• Help learners prepare for GCSE Chemistry where appropriate.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to parents/carers.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with learners, parents, and professionals.

Skills

Chemistry tutoring

Secondary education

Communication skills

Job description

Chemistry Tutor - Wokingham

Location: Wokingham and surrounding areas Phase: Secondary / SEND / SEMH Working Arrangement: In-person

Quantum Scholars is looking for a supportive, reliable and experienced Chemistry Tutor to work with children and young people across Wokingham and the surrounding areas. This is an in-person tutoring opportunity and is not an online role.

The role involves providing personalised Chemistry support to learners who may benefit from additional help with their learning, confidence and engagement. You will be expected to build positive relationships with learners and adapt your teaching approach to meet their individual abilities, needs and educational goals.

The successful tutor will be able to deliver engaging and accessible Chemistry lessons while providing a patient, flexible and encouraging approach to learning. Experience working with learners with SEND and/or SEMH needs, particularly those accessing Alternative Provision or EOTAS, would be particularly beneficial.

The Role May Involve

• Delivering one-to-one Chemistry tuition to secondary-aged learners
• Supporting learners with Chemistry topics appropriate to their age, ability and educational level
• Planning engaging, accessible and appropriately challenging learning activities
• Adapting teaching to suit different abilities, learning needs and levels of engagement
• Supporting learners with developing their understanding of key Chemistry concepts
• Helping learners prepare for GCSE Chemistry where appropriate
• Supporting learners with practical, theoretical and problem-solving aspects of Chemistry
• Helping learners develop confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning
• Supporting learners who may have struggled to engage within a traditional school environment
• Monitoring progress and providing appropriate feedback
• Building positive, consistent and trusting relationships with learners
• Working collaboratively with parents, carers and relevant professionals where required
• Maintaining clear and professional communication
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Essential Requirements

• Experience teaching or tutoring Chemistry to secondary-aged children or young people
• A good understanding of the relevant Chemistry curriculum
• Experience working with learners with SEND and/or SEMH needs is desirable
• Experience delivering one-to-one or personalised educational support is desirable
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, personalised learning
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
• A patient, calm, flexible and supportive approach
• The ability to adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people to achieve their potential
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, where required
• Satisfactory professional references
• You must have the right to work in the UK

Quantum Scholars is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.