Tutor

Are you a passionate Maths educator looking to make a meaningful impact? TP Tutors is seeking skilled and compassionate Maths Tutors to work 1:1 with secondary-age pupils in Blyth and throughout Northumberland.

Many of the young people you'll support have been permanently excluded from school or are unable to access classroom learning. They may also have additional needs such as SEND, care experience, or behavioural and emotional challenges. Your role will be to deliver personalised maths tuition that helps them regain confidence, build key skills, and re-engage with learning.

Flexible Working That Fits Your Life

Tuition hours vary based on the individual needs of each pupil. You can build up your working hours by taking on multiple learners across the area. You choose when and how much you work, allowing you to create a schedule that suits you.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored, 1:1 Maths support matched to the learner’s ability and interests

• Use engaging, adaptive teaching methods to meet a wide range of learning needs

• Encourage and motivate learners who may be anxious, withdrawn, or resistant

• Develop lesson plans and resources that make maths accessible and relevant

• Track and report on progress to help guide further learning

• Build strong, consistent relationships that support both learning and wellbeing
  

Ideal Experience:

• Qualified teachers or tutors with a strong Maths background

• Experience supporting pupils with:

  • Autism, ADHD, or non-verbal communication

  • Selective mutism or emotionally based school avoidance

  • Low engagement or challenging behaviour

  • Looked-after children or those in care settings

• Patient, empathetic and confident professionals able to adapt to individual needs

• Comfortable working independently and creatively to engage hard-to-reach learners

What You’ll Receive:

• Competitive pay: £25–£30 per hour

• Full control over your schedule – take on as much or as little work as suits you

• A dedicated consultant to support your placements and development

• Access to our CPD Academy with training and upskilling opportunities

• Refer-a-friend bonus

• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person’s life

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.
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