1:1 Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND, Northampton (NN1–NN5)

Location: Northampton (NN1–NN5) 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 seeking experienced Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND 1:1 Tutors to deliver personalised educational support to pupils in homes, schools, and community settings across Northampton (NN1–NN5) and the surrounding areas.

This role focuses on supporting children and young people who may be out of mainstream education, require academic intervention, or have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, personalised lessons across Primary, Secondary and GCSE subjects in line with the UK National Curriculum.
• Plan and adapt learning programmes to meet each pupil's individual needs, abilities, and learning style.
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH needs, EHCPs, and those requiring targeted academic intervention.
• Deliver creative, inclusive teaching strategies that build confidence, engagement, and independence.
• Monitor academic and personal progress, completing detailed session records after every lesson.
• Work collaboratively with schools, Local Authorities, families, and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes for learners.
• Create a safe, supportive, and motivating learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is preferred but not essential.

Experience: A minimum of two years' UK teaching or tutoring experience delivering the UK National Curriculum is essential. Experience supporting Primary, Secondary, GCSE, or SEND learners is highly desirable.

Skills: Excellent communication, strong behaviour management, patience, adaptability, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people from a range of educational backgrounds.

Compliance: An Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) and the legal right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Flexible daytime working hours to suit your availability.
• Competitive hourly rates, dependent on assignment and Local Authority.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements.
• Access to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and specialist SEND training.
• A variety of rewarding one-to-one tuition opportunities across Primary, Secondary, GCSE and SEND settings.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the educational outcomes of children and young people.

Why Join TP Tutors?

As a Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND 1:1 Tutor with TP Tutors, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

Working alongside Local Authorities, schools, and families across Northampton (NN1–NN5) and the surrounding areas, you'll provide tailored educational support that makes a real difference to each learner's confidence, progress, and future.

Whether you're an experienced classroom teacher, specialist SEND practitioner, intervention teacher, or professional tutor, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help transform the educational journey of children and young people across Northampton (NN1–NN5) 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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