Tutor

Teaching Personnel Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd is seeking a QTS-qualified teacher to provide personalised 1:1 tuition to pupils in Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas, either at the pupil’s home or in a school setting during school hours.

You will plan lessons aligned to the UK National Curriculum, monitor progress, give constructive feedback and uphold safeguarding standards, while forming positive relationships with pupils, parents and school staff.

Qualifications

• QTS essential.
• Strong knowledge of and experience delivering the UK Curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• Patient, supportive and professional approach.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
• Strong safeguarding understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and personalised 1:1 tuition sessions.
• Plan lessons in accordance with the UK National Curriculum.
• Identify individual learning needs and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Support pupils with academic progress, confidence and engagement.
• Set clear learning objectives and monitor progress.
• Provide constructive feedback and maintain session records.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and school staff.
• Follow safeguarding and professional standards at all times.

Skills

QTS

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Ability to motivate 1:1 learners

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

1:1 Tutor – Bury St Edmunds

Location: Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas
Setting: Pupil’s home or school
Hours: School hours, Monday–Friday
Role Type: 1:1 Tuition

Support. Inspire. Make a Difference.

We are seeking a QTS-qualified teacher to provide personalised 1:1 tuition to pupils across the Bury St Edmunds area.

This role is ideal for a passionate teacher who enjoys working with pupils individually, understands the importance of building confidence, and can adapt their teaching to meet different learning needs.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and personalised 1:1 tuition sessions.
• Plan lessons in accordance with the UK National Curriculum.
• Identify individual learning needs and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
• Support pupils with their academic progress, confidence, and engagement.
• Set clear learning objectives and monitor progress.
• Provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate session records.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and school staff.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, and professional standards at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Strong knowledge of and experience delivering the UK Curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• A patient, supportive, and professional approach.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Why Join Us?

• 1:1 teaching during school hours.
• Opportunities to work in a pupil’s home or school setting.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a direct impact on pupil progress.
• Professional support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities available across Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas.

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.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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