Tutor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Towcester; On-site; GBP 8,200 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

TP Tutors is seeking tutors to provide one-to-one educational support for pupils in Towcester and nearby areas. Sessions may occur at homes, schools or alternative settings, with a focus on engaging lessons and managing individual learning needs.

Applicants should have at least two years of UK teaching or tutoring experience and be able to travel to assignments. DBS checks and safeguarding training are part of the onboarding process, with flexible, ongoing opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Experience supporting school-aged children and young people.
• Ability to deliver well-planned and interactive lessons.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Patience, flexibility and understanding of individual learning differences.
• Ability to travel to assignments across Towcester and surrounding areas.
• An Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service or willingness to obtain a new certificate.
• Relevant teaching qualifications, including QTS or PGCE, are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual tuition sessions based on pupils' abilities and educational targets.
• Help learners develop essential skills and improve their academic achievement.
• Design suitable lesson plans and prepare stimulating learning materials.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and individual circumstances.
• Evaluate pupil performance and maintain clear records of progress.
• Build positive relationships and encourage confidence and independent learning.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND and behavioural or emotional difficulties.
• Communicate effectively with parents, schools and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment in line with safeguarding policies.

Skills

Tutoring

UK teaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

QTS or PGCE (desirable)

Job description

One-to-One Tutors Required – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND

Location: Towcester and surrounding areas
Employment Type: Flexible, Temporary and Ongoing Assignments
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, School Hours
Pay: Competitive Weekly Rates

Turn Your Teaching Experience into a Positive Impact!

TP Tutors is looking to connect with talented and motivated tutors to provide one-to-one educational support to children and young people across Towcester and neighbouring communities.

We are seeking individuals who can deliver engaging lessons, recognise individual learning challenges and help pupils make meaningful progress. Our tuition opportunities include supporting learners who need additional academic guidance, have missed significant periods of education or require specialist assistance outside a traditional classroom environment.

Teaching sessions may be arranged in pupils' homes, schools or alternative provision settings.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver individual tuition sessions based on pupils' abilities and educational targets.
• Help learners develop essential skills and improve their academic achievement.
• Design suitable lesson plans and prepare stimulating learning materials.
• Adapt teaching methods to suit different learning abilities and individual circumstances.
• Evaluate pupil performance and maintain clear records of progress.
• Build positive relationships and encourage confidence and independent learning.
• Provide additional support to pupils with SEND and behavioural or emotional difficulties.
• Communicate effectively with parents, schools and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment in line with safeguarding policies.

Subjects and Specialisms

We are particularly interested in tutors who can provide support in:

• Primary English, Maths, Phonics and Reading.
• Secondary English, Maths and Science.
• GCSE preparation and subject-specific tuition.
• Functional Skills, Literacy and Numeracy.
• History, Geography and Humanities.
• ICT, Computing and Modern Foreign Languages.
• SEND and specialist educational interventions.
• Alternative provision and home-based learning.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate:

• At least two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Previous experience supporting school-aged children and young people.
• The ability to deliver well-planned and interactive lessons.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Patience, flexibility and an understanding of individual learning differences.
• The ability to travel to assignments across Towcester and surrounding areas.
• An Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service or willingness to obtain a new certificate.

Relevant teaching qualifications, including QTS or PGCE, are desirable but not essential.

Specialist SEND Background

We would particularly welcome applications from tutors with experience supporting 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 Choose TP Tutors?

• Flexible working opportunities to fit around your schedule.
• Competitive weekly payment rates.
• A range of tuition placements across different learning environments.
• Potential for regular assignments and longer-term opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to children's education and wellbeing.

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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