Job Description

(Please note: this is a volunteer,

unpaid

position.)

Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage.

By volunteering as a tutor at a local school or online, you'll be supporting children to build their confidence and help ensure they leave school with the grades needed to build a bright future.

What will I be doing?

Tutoring 1-3 pupils in Year 5 or 6, or Year 7, 10 or 11. Commit to one hour a week, for up to 20 weeks. You choose the day and time to sign up to. Use our tutor workbooks to guide your pupils through activities that will boost their confidence and grades.

What you'll gain:

Develop highly sought-after professional skills, including communication, leadership, and problem-solving. Benefit from comprehensive induction training, ready-to-use tutor workbooks (no lesson planning needed!), and dedicated ongoing support. Receive a valuable professional reference at the successful completion of your programme. Reimbursement for travel expenses (up to 5 per session). A fully covered (free) DBS check.

This volunteer role is perfect for you if you:

Are passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of young people, helping them achieve their full academic potential and boost their future opportunities. Seek invaluable, CV-enhancing work experience and are eager to hone essential, highly sought-after skills that are valuable in any professional field. Are seeking a flexible volunteering opportunity that can fit around your existing commitments, requiring just one hour a week, either in-person at a local school or conveniently online.

We look for volunteers with:

Solid subject knowledge in the area they wish to tutor, which may be demonstrated by a degree or grade B at A-level qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience. The ability to explain concepts clearly and patiently. A commitment to supporting pupils' academic progress.
We recognise that valuable experience can be gained through diverse routes, so if your qualifications differ from those mentioned - we still encourage you to apply! Please highlight any relevant experience or skills in your application.

We welcome applications from volunteers across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. (Please note: this is a volunteer, unpaid position.)

Job Type: Volunteer

Pay: Up to 1.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free or subsidised travel Work from home
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: Remote