Volunteer tutor disadvantaged pupils - English or maths

Overview

Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage. We aim to support children to build confidence and help ensure they leave school with the grades needed to build a bright future.

Education in this country isn’t fair. If you are from a poorer socio‑economic background, you are less likely to achieve academically than your peers.

• 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.

• Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.
• Develop skills like communication, leadership, and problem‑solving.
• Meet like‑minded people in our volunteer community.
• Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session).
• Free DBS check.

• Are passionate about making a difference and helping young people succeed, particularly those facing disadvantage.
• Seek valuable experience working with children and are eager to hone essential skills such as communication, mentorship, and leadership - all highly valued in any career path.
• Have a busy schedule but are keen to contribute to your community, as this flexible role requires just one hour a week, either in‑person or conveniently online.

• 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.)