Graduate English Class Tutor

KPI Recruiting Ltd; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI Recruiting Ltd., on behalf of a Liverpool secondary school, is seeking a Graduate English Class Tutor to support KS3 and KS4 English lessons. You will work alongside experienced teachers to deliver engaging, well-structured lessons and help students develop reading and writing skills.

This role is ideal for a high‑achieving English graduate considering teacher training, offering day‑to‑day classroom experience, GCSE preparation support, and a long‑term pathway into education.

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree or above in English, English Literature or a closely related subject.
• Clear interest in pursuing teacher training and a long-term career in education.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for sharing a passion for English with young people.
• Confidence, patience and the ability to build positive relationships with secondary-aged pupils.
• Proactive, organised and professional approach with flexibility to support different classroom activities.
• Previous experience working with young people or within an educational setting is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of English lessons across KS3 and KS4, working with the class teacher to maintain engagement.
• Taking an active role in whole-class learning, helping explain concepts and guide pupils through lesson activities.
• Providing targeted support to individuals and small groups while maintaining a focus on the wider classroom.
• Helping students develop reading comprehension, written communication, literary analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Supporting the teaching of GCSE English Language and Literature, including preparation for examinations and revision techniques.
• Assisting with lesson planning, preparing classroom resources and adapting activities to support different learning abilities.
• Monitoring pupil understanding and progress, providing feedback to teachers and identifying areas for additional support.
• Helping establish a positive, purposeful and academically focused classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Reading comprehension

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or closely related subject

Job description

Graduate English Class Tutor

Secondary School | Liverpool
November 2026 - End of Academic Year Initially
Full-Time | Long-Term Position
Salary: Up to £540 per week

Are you a high-achieving English graduate with a real passion for language, literature and helping young people develop their academic abilities?

Are you considering a future in teaching and looking for an opportunity to gain meaningful, day-to-day classroom experience before committing to formal teacher training?

Would you like to become an active part of a secondary school's English department, supporting lessons, contributing to learning and developing the practical skills needed to become a confident classroom practitioner?

A well-regarded and forward-thinking Liverpool secondary school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and academically strong graduate to join its English department as a Graduate English Class Tutor.

The Role - Graduate English Class Tutor

As a Graduate English Class Tutor, you will work alongside experienced English teachers, becoming a regular presence in the classroom and supporting the delivery of engaging, well-structured lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Rather than focusing on occasional tutoring sessions, this position will give you the opportunity to become immersed in everyday classroom practice. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of English lessons across KS3 and KS4, working alongside the class teacher to maintain engagement and encourage participation.
• Taking an active role in whole-class learning, helping explain concepts, reinforce subject knowledge and guide pupils through lesson activities.
• Providing targeted support to individuals and small groups while maintaining a strong focus on the wider classroom.
• Helping students develop their reading comprehension, written communication, literary analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Supporting the teaching of GCSE English Language and Literature, including preparation for examinations and the development of effective revision techniques.
• Assisting with lesson planning, preparing classroom resources and adapting activities to support different learning abilities.
• Monitoring pupil understanding and progress, providing feedback to teachers and identifying areas where additional support may be beneficial.
• Helping establish a positive, purposeful and academically focused classroom environment.

Who We're Looking For

The school is keen to hear from ambitious graduates with strong subject knowledge and a genuine interest in developing a career within secondary education.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• A 2:1 degree or above in English, English Literature or a closely related subject.
• A clear interest in pursuing teacher training and a long-term career in education.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas in an accessible way.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for sharing a passion for English with young people.
• Confidence, patience and the ability to build positive relationships with secondary-aged pupils.
• A proactive, organised and professional approach, with the flexibility to support different classroom activities.
• Previous experience working with young people or within an educational setting would be advantageous, but is not essential.

What the School Offers