Secondary Tutor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Chipping Norton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check

Free safeguarding training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking committed tutors to support primary and secondary pupils in the Chipping Norton area. The role focuses on consistency, patience and understanding for learners with SEMH and other needs.

You’ll work 10–15 hours weekly, with core hours 8:30 am–3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, to help students reconnect with learning at a pace that suits them. Responsibilities include recording attendance, monitoring progress, providing constructive feedback to schools, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH or other complex needs.
• Ability to commit to 10–15 hours per week.
• Available Mon–Fri during core hours 8:30–15:30.
• Experience in primary or secondary settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record and report attendance.
• Monitor and document both academic and emotional progress.
• Provide clear, professional feedback to schools and professionals.
• Maintain safeguarding and proper record-keeping.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Patience

Communication skills

Education

Relevant teaching or education qualification

Job description

We are looking for committed and experienced tutors in the Chipping Norton & Bloxham area who are ready to take on a role that goes beyond academic teaching.

If you're an educator who understands that some young people need more than a lesson plan they need consistency, patience, and someone who truly understands them then we'd love to hear from you.

Available to start in the September term.

We receive a high volume of referrals for both primary and secondary-aged pupils, many of whom have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other complex needs.

Our primary referrals are typically from schools looking for targeted, personalised intervention.

Our secondary referrals often involve students who:

• Are out of school or following reduced timetables
• Have struggled in mainstream education
• Need structured, calm, and consistent support to rebuild their confidence

Whether working with primary or secondary pupils, this role is about helping young people reconnect with learning at a pace that suits them, while providing clear structure and direction.

To be considered, you must be able to commit to:

• A minimum of 10–15 hours per week
• Core working hours between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm
• Availability from Monday to Friday

Consistency and reliability are essential, as the pupils we support thrive on routine and predictability.

Professionalism and communication are key parts of this role.

Tutors will be expected to:

• Accurately record and report attendance
• Monitor and document both academic and emotional progress
• Provide clear, professional feedback that can be shared with schools and other professionals
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and record-keeping

Your reports may contribute to wider discussions with schools and external agencies, so attention to detail and clear communication are essential.

We welcome applications from tutors with experience in:

• Primary or secondary schools, whether mainstream or specialist
• Alternative provision
• Private tuition
• Pastoral or youth-based roles

We're looking for tutors who can demonstrate:

• Strong behaviour management rooted in empathy
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or other complex needs
• Confidence working independently
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Resilience and emotional intelligence

Progress isn't always reflected in a neat set of data.

Sometimes, it means:

• A primary-aged pupil beginning to believe in their own abilities
• A secondary student completing an entire session without disengaging
• A young person rebuilding trust in education

If you're passionate about making a measurable difference and can commit to consistent hours in the Oxford area, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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