Tutor

Education Tutor – Primary, Secondary, GCSE & SEND

Location: Wellingborough and surrounding areas
Job Type: Flexible temporary assignments with opportunities for permanent positions
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, during school hours
Pay: Competitive weekly pay

Support Learning. Build Confidence. Inspire Success.

TP Tutors is seeking committed and enthusiastic Education Tutors to support children and young people across Wellingborough and neighbouring areas. We are looking for tutors who can create positive learning experiences, encourage academic progress and help pupils develop the confidence to achieve their goals.

You will provide one-to-one educational support in pupils’ homes, schools and alternative provision settings. Learners may need assistance with core subjects, exam preparation, gaps in their education or reintegration into learning after periods of absence. You will adapt your approach to suit each pupil and help them make steady, measurable progress.

What the Role Involves

• Deliver tailored tuition that reflects individual learning needs and curriculum requirements.
• Prepare stimulating activities, lesson plans and resources to improve understanding.
• Evaluate pupils’ progress and adjust teaching methods to address areas of difficulty.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards education, independent thinking and self-confidence.
• Support pupils with diverse abilities, additional needs and learning-related challenges.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools and other professionals where appropriate.
• Maintain clear records of attendance, lesson content and learning outcomes.
• Uphold safeguarding standards and promote pupils’ safety and wellbeing.

Subjects You Can Teach

Applications are welcome from tutors experienced in any of the following areas:

• Primary English, Literacy and Mathematics.
• Secondary English, Maths and Science.
• GCSE tuition and examination preparation.
• Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages and Computing.
• Creative subjects and other National Curriculum subjects.
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Home tuition and alternative educational provision.

What We Are Looking For

Successful applicants should have:

• At least two years of teaching or tutoring experience in the UK.
• Experience working with primary, secondary, GCSE, Functional Skills or SEND learners.
• Effective communication, organisation and lesson-planning skills.
• The ability to motivate pupils and respond constructively to challenging behaviour.
• The ability to travel to assignments in Wellingborough and nearby locations.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

QTS, PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification would be an advantage but is not essential.

Experience with Additional Needs

We particularly welcome tutors who have supported pupils with special educational needs, including:

• 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).

Why Join TP Tutors?

• Flexible tutoring assignments to suit your availability.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils’ educational journeys.
• Varied placements across homes, schools and alternative settings.
• Potential for continued work and permanent opportunities.

Take the next step in your tutoring career. Join TP Tutors and help pupils across Wellingborough overcome learning barriers, strengthen their skills and work towards a brighter future.

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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