Tutor

1st Staff; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Part-time and full-time opportunities

DBS Disclosure/welfare safeguarding

Job summary

1st Staff in Dorchester is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Tutor to support students in their homes, helping rebuild confidence, skills and engagement with education.

You will deliver personalised tuition sessions in the student’s home, focusing on core subjects, learning needs and emotional wellbeing, with flexible hours, September start and opportunities for progression to mainstream or further education. DBS disclosure is required and safeguarding commitments are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN/SEMH students and managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to deliver core subjects tailored to individual needs.
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and rapport-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, bespoke 1:1 sessions.
• Support students in core subjects (Maths, English, and other key areas as required).
• Build positive, trusting relationships.
• Adapt teaching strategies to suit individual learning styles.
• Support students with SEN, SEMH, and challenging behaviours.

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

Core subjects delivery

Strong communication

Adaptable approach

Job description

1:1 Tutor – Dorchester Area

In-Home Tuition | Up to £30 per hour | Flexible Hours | September Start

Are you passionate about helping young people rediscover their confidence in learning?

1st Staff are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Tutor to support students in the Dorchester area who have been out of education for a period of time. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by helping students rebuild their confidence, develop key skills, and work towards recognised qualifications — with the potential to return to mainstream or further education.

The Role

You will deliver personalised tuition sessions in the student’s home, tailoring your approach to meet individual learning needs and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, bespoke 1:1 sessions
• Support students in core subjects (Maths, English, and other key areas as required)
• Build positive, trusting relationships
• Adapt teaching strategies to suit individual learning styles
• Support students with SEN, SEMH, and challenging behaviours

Position Details

• Location: Student’s home & local library
• Role: 1:1 Tutor
• Hours: 2/3 hours per day, 5 days per week (during school hours) per student
• Flexible start times
• Additional hours available
• Start Date: September

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with SEN/SEMH students and managing challenging behaviours
• Ability to deliver core subjects tailored to individual needs
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and rapport-building skills
• Own transport beneficial but not essential

What We Offer

• Excellent pay rates – up to £30 per hour
• Flexible working hours
• Part-time and full-time opportunities
• Ongoing support from dedicated Maths, English, and Behavioural specialists
• A chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

1st Staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, and will be assessed solely on merit regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief.

If you’re ready to help young people re-engage with education and reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you.