Tutor

1st Staff Limited; Saxmundham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Ongoing specialist support

Job summary

1st Staff Limited is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Tutor to deliver in-home tuition in the Saxmundham area. Earn up to £30 per hour with flexible hours, start in September, and support students returning to education.

You will tailor sessions to individual needs, work with SEN/SEMH students, and collaborate with Maths and English specialists to promote confidence and progression.

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.
• Own transport beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

SEN/SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Rapport building

Adaptability

Job description

1:1 Tutor – Saxmundham 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 Saxmundham 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.