Tutor

1:1 Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND

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

Empower Young Learners Through Personalised Education

TP Tutors is seeking skilled and enthusiastic tutors to deliver one-to-one educational support to children and young people across Kettering and nearby communities.

You will work with pupils who need additional help with their studies, exam preparation, essential academic skills, or specialist support for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Tuition may take place in pupils’ homes, schools, or alternative education settings during school hours.

This is an excellent opportunity for teachers, experienced tutors, and SEND professionals who want to make a real difference in young people's educational journeys.

About the Role

You will provide tailored lessons that respond to each pupil’s individual learning needs, helping them overcome challenges, improve attainment, and develop a positive attitude towards learning.

Your assignments may include supporting learners with:

• Primary and Secondary curriculum subjects
• GCSE preparation and Functional Skills
• SEND and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) provision
• Alternative Provision and disrupted education
• Literacy, numeracy, and essential learning skills

Subjects Available

We welcome applications from tutors experienced in English, Mathematics, Science, Primary Curriculum, GCSE subjects, Functional Skills, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages, Computing, Creative Arts, Literacy, Numeracy, and other National Curriculum subjects.

Key Duties

• Deliver focused one-to-one tuition based on individual learning objectives.
• Create lesson plans and resources suited to each pupil’s needs.
• Evaluate learning progress and provide helpful feedback.
• Use adaptable teaching methods to support different abilities and learning styles.
• Encourage learner participation, motivation, and independence.
• Maintain accurate records of lessons, attendance, and progress.
• Liaise professionally with parents, carers, schools, and other professionals.
• Comply with safeguarding policies and promote pupil welfare.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 2 years’ UK teaching or tutoring experience.
• Experience working with Primary, Secondary, GCSE, Functional Skills, or SEND learners.
• Effective communication, lesson planning, assessment, and behaviour management skills.
• Reliable travel arrangements for assignments across Kettering and surrounding areas.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

QTS, PGCE, or another recognised teaching qualification is desirable but not essential.

Additional Experience We Value

Experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Dyslexia, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), EHCPs, or Alternative Provision is an advantage.

Benefits of Working with TP Tutors

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Flexible assignments to suit your availability.
• Dedicated consultant guidance and support.
• Access to CPD and specialist training opportunities.
• A variety of placements across different educational settings.
• The opportunity to contribute to pupils’ academic and personal development.

Location and Availability

Tutoring assignments are available throughout Kettering and nearby areas. Candidates must be able to travel to pupils’ homes, schools, and alternative education settings during school hours, Monday to Friday.

If you are committed to helping young people achieve their goals and enjoy adapting your teaching to individual needs, we would love to hear from you.

Join TP Tutors and help learners across Kettering build confidence, strengthen their skills, and make meaningful progress in their 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.
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