Volunteer Tutor
Organisation
Action Tutoring
Volunteer tutor Children from lower-income families are less likely to achieve academically than their better-off peers. Action Tutoring is a charity that works to level the playing field.
We are looking for volunteers to support pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds in maths or English. As a volunteer, you’ll:
Work with 1-3 pupils to improve their English and maths, either in-person or online
Commit to a 10-20 week programme, for just one hour a week
Support either primary or secondary school-aged pupils
Use our tutor workbooks to shape your weekly sessions
Good grades improve future prospects, opening the door to a wider range of opportunities. If you enjoy working with children and are passionate about social equality, you can make a tangible difference by volunteering for an hour a week.
What support will I get?
Training (a two-hour induction session)
In-session support from your Programme Coordinator
Tutor workbooks with session plans
Travel expenses up to £5 per session
A free DBS check
What skills do I need?
Skills
We look for volunteers who: ● Have or are studying for a degree (in any subject) ● Have a B grade (or above) at A Level (or equivalent) in the subject they wish to tutor, or a similar subject If your qualifications do not match these requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We take all previous experience into consideration, so please include anything you think might be relevant. Programmes run during term-time, usually before, during or after the school day. You can sign up at any time throughout the year.
Gained skills
Through tutoring with us our volunteers are able to develop a wealth of transferable skills, including: ● Facilitation ● Initiative ● Working with children ● Communication ● Planning ● Emotional intelligence ● Resilience
Interests
- Education
- Young people
Activities
- Teaching, training, coaching
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
18 and over - DBS check required
- Disability and Access Support
- Driving Licence & Vehicle Required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
£5 per session for travel - Fundraise
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
Full support and training is given. - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Wheelchair Access
- Written role description
Dates and times
Start date: 02/12/2025
End date: 18/12/2026
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Availability details
Programmes run during term-time, usually before, during or after the school day. You can sign up at any time throughout the year.
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