Tutor

Private Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND

Location: Bedford and surrounding areas
Job Type: Temporary, Flexible, with opportunities for permanent employment
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, during school hours
Pay: Competitive weekly pay

Make Learning Accessible for Every Student

TP Tutors is seeking dedicated and adaptable education professionals to provide one-to-one tuition to children and young people across Bedford and nearby areas.

This role is suited to experienced tutors, teachers and SEND specialists who are passionate about helping pupils overcome educational challenges. You will deliver face-to-face tuition in homes, schools and alternative provision settings, supporting learners to improve their skills, rebuild confidence and achieve their personal learning goals.

Assignments may include academic catch-up, GCSE revision, support for pupils returning to education and tailored teaching for children with additional needs.

Key Duties

• Deliver individual lessons that reflect each pupil's abilities, interests and learning objectives.
• Prepare engaging activities, lesson plans and suitable educational resources.
• Identify areas for improvement and monitor progress regularly.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet a range of educational and developmental needs.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards learning, good behaviour and greater independence.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, schools and relevant support professionals.
• Maintain clear records and follow safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Subjects and Areas of Expertise

We welcome applicants who can provide tuition in one or more of the following:

• Primary English, Maths, reading, writing and numeracy.
• Secondary English, Mathematics and Science.
• GCSE subjects and examination preparation.
• Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages and Computing.
• Creative Arts and other school curriculum subjects.
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Home education support, reintegration tuition and alternative provision.

Essential Requirements

• At least two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• A sound understanding of school curricula, GCSE studies, Functional Skills or SEND education.
• Strong communication, planning, assessment and behaviour management abilities.
• Reliable transport or suitable travel arrangements to reach tuition locations.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

QTS, PGCE or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is desirable but not mandatory.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Experience working with pupils with autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia, speech, language and communication needs (SLCN), EHCPs, emotional or behavioural challenges, or disrupted schooling is particularly valuable. Experience delivering tuition in pupils' homes or alternative education environments is also welcomed.

Benefits of Working with TP Tutors

• Competitive pay, paid weekly.
• Flexible tuition placements.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated specialist consultant.
• Weekly in-house payroll.
• Free CPD and specialist development opportunities.
• A variety of assignments across Bedford and surrounding communities.
• Potential opportunities to move into permanent positions.
• Meaningful work that supports children's educational progress and wellbeing.

Location and Availability

Tuition opportunities are available across Bedford and nearby areas. Applicants must be able to travel to pupils' homes, schools and alternative provision settings and work during school hours from Monday to Friday.

If you are an enthusiastic educator who believes every learner deserves the right support to succeed, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Join TP Tutors and help children and young people in Bedford unlock their potential through personalised education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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