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 sought-after skills like communication, leadership, and problem-solving. - Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support. - A reference at the end of your programme. - Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session). - Free DBS check.
This volunteer role is perfect for you if you: - Are passionate about making a tangible difference to educational equity and boosting the life chances of young people facing disadvantage. - Are looking for invaluable, CV-boosting experience that directly enhances your graduate prospects, honing essential skills like communication, mentorship, problem-solving, and leadership – highly sought after in any career. - Need a flexible opportunity that fits seamlessly around your studies and busy university life, allowing you to contribute meaningfully with just one hour a week, either in-person locally or conveniently online.
Skills
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.)
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
18 and over due to the need for a DBS Check, which we pay for, to work with school children. - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Up to £5 reimbursed for travel to tutor in person at a school, if this is available near you. - Health and Safety Policy
- Inclusive Volunteering Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
Application Process
- Application Form
- Interview
- References
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
One hour a week during term time for a programme of 10, 15 or 20 weeks, but you can do more programmes and you can chose from a variety of days and times to suit your schedule.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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