Tutor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

TP Tutors in Milton Keynes seeks passionate tutors to deliver personalised one-to-one tuition across primary, secondary, GCSE and SEND needs. Lessons may occur at pupils' homes, schools or alternative settings, with flexible assignments and a focus on building confidence and academic progress.

Ideal candidates have UK teaching or tutoring experience, DBS checks, and the ability to travel across Milton Keynes. Roles offer competitive weekly pay and potential for ongoing placements.

Qualifications

• Two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Experience supporting primary or secondary pupils.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Desirable: QTS, PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to each pupil's abilities and learning goals.
• Support academic development, knowledge retention and examination preparation.
• Prepare suitable lesson plans, resources and learning activities.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet different learning styles and additional needs.
• Monitor, assess and document pupils' progress.
• Encourage positive learning habits, independence and self-confidence.
• Support pupils with SEND, behavioural and emotional needs.
• Maintain effective communication with parents, schools and relevant professionals.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote a safe learning environment at all times.

Skills

UK teaching experience

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Patient approach

Willingness to travel

Adaptable teaching

Education

Desirable: QTS or PGCE

Enhanced DBS via Update Service

Tools

DBS Check

Job description

1:1 Tutors Required – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND

Location: Milton Keynes and surrounding areas
Job Type: Temporary, flexible and ongoing assignments
Hours: Monday to Friday, during school hours
Pay: Competitive weekly rates

Make a Difference Through Individual Learning Support!

TP Tutors is seeking passionate, reliable and experienced tutors to support children and young people across Milton Keynes. We have a range of flexible tuition opportunities for education professionals who are committed to helping learners build confidence, overcome barriers to education and achieve their potential.

You will deliver personalised one-to-one tuition to pupils who require additional educational support, whether they are catching up with missed lessons, preparing for examinations or accessing alternative education due to individual circumstances.

Tuition may take place in pupils' homes, schools or alternative educational settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons tailored to each pupil's abilities and learning goals.
• Support academic development, knowledge retention and examination preparation.
• Prepare suitable lesson plans, resources and learning activities.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet different learning styles and additional needs.
• Monitor, assess and document pupils' progress.
• Encourage positive learning habits, independence and self-confidence.
• Support pupils with SEND, behavioural and emotional needs.
• Maintain effective communication with parents, schools and relevant professionals.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote a safe learning environment at all times.

Subjects and Areas of Support

We welcome applications from tutors with experience in:

• Primary English, Maths and Reading.
• Secondary English, Maths and Science.
• GCSE subjects and exam preparation.
• Functional Skills, Literacy and Numeracy.
• History, Geography and Humanities.
• ICT, Computing and Modern Foreign Languages.
• SEND and specialist educational support.
• Home tuition and alternative provision.

Essential Criteria

• At least two years of teaching or tutoring experience within the UK.
• Experience supporting primary or secondary-aged pupils.
• Ability to plan and deliver effective, engaging lessons.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A patient, adaptable and supportive teaching approach.
• Ability to travel to assignments across Milton Keynes and surrounding locations.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable: QTS, PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification. However, these are not essential for applicants with relevant experience.

SEND Experience

We are particularly interested in tutors who have supported learners with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• ADHD.
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Dyslexia and dyspraxia.
• Speech, language and communication difficulties.
• Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA).

Why Work with TP Tutors?

• Flexible assignments to complement your availability.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Opportunities across home, school and alternative education settings.
• Potential for regular and long-term placements.
• Rewarding work that makes a genuine difference to young people's lives.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

TP Tutors is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All educators are subject to safeguarding checks in line with Department for Education (DfE) guidance including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). This may also include an online search as part of our safer recruitment process.

All educators must complete our annual tuition training programme, covering Safeguarding, Prevent Duty, KCSIE, Allergy Awareness, and Child-on-Child Abuse Awareness. Tutors must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Child-only Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service, with full guidance provided.

Many pupils supported by TP Tutors require tailored educational provision. Tutors should be confident in building positive relationships, adapting their approach to meet individual needs, and maintaining high standards of professionalism and safeguarding at all times. Tutors must also be able to effectively plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the learner’s individual needs, monitor progress, and adapt teaching strategies to support positive outcomes.

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