Primary Tutor

Primary Tutors Wanted – Swindon Local Authority 
Hourly Rate: £20 – £30 | Flexible Hours | Rewarding Work

Are you a passionate educator with experience in working with primary-aged pupils? We are seeking dedicated, reliable, and enthusiastic Primary Tutors to join our growing team, supporting Swindon Local Authority in delivering high-quality educational support to pupils across the area.

About the Role:
As a Primary Tutor, you will work one-to-one or in small groups with students aged 4–11, delivering personalised support designed to meet each learner’s unique needs. Many of the pupils will require intervention due to gaps in learning, additional needs, or temporary exclusion from mainstream education. Your role will be vital in helping them build confidence, re-engage with learning, and make measurable progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess pupils’ educational needs and current attainment levels

• Plan and deliver engaging, targeted lessons based on a tailored scheme of work

• Adapt teaching approaches to suit the individual learning styles and requirements of each student

• Monitor and report on progress, feeding back regularly to parents/carers and the Local Authority

• Support the social and emotional development of the student, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with primary-aged children (KS1/KS2), ideally in a teaching or tutoring capacity

• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum

• Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• A calm, patient and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable or disengaged learners

• QTS or relevant teaching/tutoring qualifications are desirable, but not essential

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Benefits:

• Competitive pay: £20–£30 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

• Flexible working hours to suit your schedule

• Ongoing support from a friendly, knowledgeable team

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in a child's educational journey

Location:
Swindon and surrounding areas – face-to-face tuition sessions, typically in schools, community settings, or students’ homes (depending on the placement).

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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.
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