Secondary Tutors – 1:1 Tuition Somerset
Location: Somerset – home, community and/or online tuition opportunities
Age range: Secondary-aged children and young people
Pay: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience
Quantum Scholars are looking for caring, reliable and experienced Secondary Tutors to support secondary-aged children and young people across Somerset.
We work with pupils who may be educated other than at school, awaiting a suitable placement, or in need of additional personalised support. Tuition is usually delivered on a 1:1 basis and may take place in the young person’s home, in the community, or online depending on the individual referral.
We are particularly interested in tutors who can provide a calm, flexible and young person-centred approach. The successful tutor will be able to build positive relationships, adapt learning to meet individual needs, and deliver engaging sessions that support confidence, progress and re-engagement with education.
We welcome applications from tutors with experience across a range of secondary subjects, particularly English, Maths, Science and Humanities.
The role may involve:
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Providing 1:1 tuition for secondary-aged pupils
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Planning and delivering personalised learning activities
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Supporting core academic skills, subject knowledge and confidence
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Helping pupils re-engage with education at a pace that is right for them
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Using creative and interest-led approaches to support motivation
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Adapting sessions to suit each young person’s needs, ability and emotional readiness
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Supporting pupils who may have SEND, SEMH needs, anxiety, EBSA, or gaps in education
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Working professionally with parents/carers and relevant professionals
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Keeping brief records of session content, attendance, engagement and progress
We are looking for tutors who have:
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Experience working with secondary-aged pupils
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Strong subject knowledge in one or more secondary curriculum areas
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A patient, encouraging and flexible approach
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The ability to plan engaging, personalised learning sessions
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Strong communication and organisational skills
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A clear commitment to safeguarding and supporting positive outcomes for young people
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The legal right to work in the UK
Qualified Teacher Status would be highly desirable, particularly for referrals requiring a qualified teacher. We would also welcome applications from experienced tutors, instructors or education professionals with strong secondary subject knowledge and relevant experience.
Applicants must have, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS certificate and be able to provide suitable references.
This is a rewarding opportunity to provide personalised support to young people who need a flexible, understanding and engaging approach to learning.
To apply, please send your CV to Quantum Scholars or contact us for more information.
