Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND, Cambridge

Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas

Hours: Flexible, Part-time (Monday to Friday, school hours)

Pay Rate: Competitive (dependent on assignment and Local Authority)

About the Role

TP Tutors is looking for dedicated and experienced Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND 1:1 Tutors to provide tailored educational support to pupils across Cambridge and the surrounding areas.

This opportunity involves working with children and young people who may be unable to access mainstream education, need additional academic support, or have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, individualised lessons across Primary, Secondary and GCSE subjects following the UK National Curriculum.
• Develop and adapt learning plans according to each learner's needs, abilities, interests, and preferred learning style.
• Work effectively with pupils who have SEND, SEMH needs, EHCPs, or require focused academic intervention.
• Use flexible, creative teaching approaches to improve confidence, motivation, engagement, and independence.
• Track learner progress and complete clear, accurate session reports following each lesson.
• Work closely with schools, Local Authorities, parents/carers, and other professionals to support positive educational outcomes.
• Establish a calm, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment that enables pupils to make meaningful progress.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications: QTS or another recognised teaching qualification is preferred, although not essential.

Experience: At least two years of UK teaching or tutoring experience delivering the UK National Curriculum is essential. Experience working across Primary, Secondary, GCSE, or SEND settings is highly advantageous.

Skills: Strong communication, effective behaviour management, patience, adaptability, and the ability to establish positive relationships with young people from diverse educational backgrounds.

Compliance: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one, together with the legal right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Flexible daytime tuition opportunities based around your availability.
• Competitive hourly pay rates, depending on the assignment and Local Authority.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to CPD opportunities and specialist SEND training.
• A broad range of rewarding 1:1 tuition assignments across Primary, Secondary, GCSE and SEND.
• The opportunity to positively influence the academic, personal, and social development of children and young people.

Why Join TP Tutors?

As a 1:1 Tutor with TP Tutors, you'll have the opportunity to provide meaningful educational support to pupils who may have experienced barriers to learning.

Working with Local Authorities, schools, families, and education professionals across Cambridge and the surrounding areas, you'll deliver personalised tuition designed to improve confidence, engagement, progress, and future opportunities.

Whether you're a qualified classroom teacher, experienced intervention tutor, SEND specialist, or established education professional, we'd be pleased to hear from you.

Apply today and help make a lasting difference to the educational journey of children and young people across Cambridge and the surrounding areas.

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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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