Tutor

1:1 Private Education Tutors – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND

Location: Northampton and surrounding areas
Employment Type: Temporary, flexible assignments with opportunities for longer-term and permanent work
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, within school hours
Salary: Competitive weekly pay

Empower Young Minds Through Personalised Learning!

TP Tutors is currently seeking motivated, knowledgeable and caring Education Tutors to provide tailored one-to-one tuition to children and young people throughout Northampton and surrounding communities.

We are looking for educators who can make learning enjoyable, recognise individual strengths and help pupils overcome educational challenges. You will work with students who need extra academic guidance, support with missed learning, GCSE preparation or an alternative approach to education.

Tutoring may be provided at pupils' homes, schools or other suitable educational settings.

Main Responsibilities

Your duties as a 1:1 Tutor will include:

• Providing personalised tuition based on individual learning objectives and abilities.
• Helping pupils strengthen their understanding across relevant subjects.
• Identifying areas where learners need additional support and planning suitable interventions.
• Developing engaging lessons, worksheets and learning activities.
• Evaluating student progress and recording achievements and areas for improvement.
• Creating a positive atmosphere that encourages confidence and independent learning.
• Supporting children with SEND, emotional needs and behavioural difficulties.
• Working closely with parents, teachers and other professionals involved in the pupil's education.
• Ensuring safeguarding standards and pupil wellbeing are maintained at all times.

Subjects and Specialisms

We are interested in candidates with experience in any of the following:

• Primary English, Maths and Reading.
• Secondary English, Mathematics and Science.
• GCSE tuition and exam preparation.
• Functional Skills, Literacy and Numeracy.
• History, Geography and Humanities.
• ICT, Computing and Modern Foreign Languages.
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Individual home tuition and alternative education.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should ideally demonstrate:

• A minimum of two years' teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Experience working with children of primary or secondary school age.
• The ability to deliver effective, well-planned and engaging lessons.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and preparation skills.
• A flexible and supportive approach to different learning styles.
• Willingness and ability to travel to assignments across Northampton and surrounding locations.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate registered with the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

A recognised teaching qualification such as QTS, PGCE or an equivalent is desirable, although not compulsory.

SEND Knowledge and Experience

Applications are particularly encouraged from tutors who have worked with learners with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Dyslexia and dyspraxia.
• Speech, language and communication difficulties.
• Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA).

Benefits of Working with TP Tutors

• Flexible assignments to complement your availability.
• Competitive weekly payments.
• Opportunities to work across homes, schools and alternative provisions.
• Potential for repeat assignments, extended placements and permanent opportunities.
• A rewarding role where your contribution can positively influence a young person's future.

Take the Next Step in Your Tutoring Career!

If you are passionate about education, enjoy working with young people and have the skills to deliver individualised learning support, we would be pleased to receive your application.

Apply now and become part of TP Tutors, helping children and young people across Northampton gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

TP Tutors is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All educators are subject to safeguarding checks in line with Department for Education (DfE) guidance including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). This may also include an online search as part of our safer recruitment process.

All educators must complete our annual tuition training programme, covering Safeguarding, Prevent Duty, KCSIE, Allergy Awareness, and Child-on-Child Abuse Awareness. Tutors must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Child-only Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service, with full guidance provided.

Many pupils supported by TP Tutors require tailored educational provision. Tutors should be confident in building positive relationships, adapting their approach to meet individual needs, and maintaining high standards of professionalism and safeguarding at all times. Tutors must also be able to effectively plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet the learner’s individual needs, monitor progress, and adapt teaching strategies to support positive outcomes.

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