Volunteer Maths or English Tutor for our In-Person Programmes in London or the South
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Ready to make a difference to a young person’s life? Team Up is recruiting inspirational role models to tutor Maths or English to pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds on one of our in-person school programmes in London or the South. Gain invaluable skills and improve your employability whilst supporting young people reach their full academic potential!
You will be matched to a small group of disadvantaged pupils who are currently underperforming in school. Equipped with full training and detailed lesson plans, you will provide them with the academic support, encouragement and inspiration they need to get back on track. All our volunteer tutors receive full training and support from a Team Up programme throughout the programme. Your programme lead, who is a qualified teacher, will be present at each tuition session.
How does it work?
- You can choose between tutoring Maths or English at your preferred school programme that fits your timetable (depending on availability of placements)
- Our programmes run for a full school term: Autumn (Sep to Dec) and Spring (Jan to Mar), Summer (Apr to Jul)
- You will be expected to volunteer for one full school term (10-12 weeks)
- Sessions are between 60-90 minutes and will take place on a fixed day of the week
- You will be provided with training and teaching resources.
- We will arrange a free of charge enhanced DBS check
- Travel expenses up to £15 per attended session are covered
Why You'll Love It:
You can make a real change! The majority of our pupils double their expected progress during one programme, become more resilient and gain a lot more confidence in their own learning!
Not only will you have a meaningful experience and learn new skills, you will also be able to make use of a full range of benefits that we offer to our tutors, such as a personalised reference, and access to free seminars/workshops and a career mentor. This is a great opportunity to enhance your CV and improve your employability - all whilst tutoring young people from low-income backgrounds!
What You'll Learn:
- You will gain important transferable skills including leadership, communication, time management and teaching skills
- You will receive full tutor-training and ongoing support from an experienced professional during your placement
- We offer lesson observations alongside developmental feedback and logged classroom hours
What We're Looking For:
- Enthusiasm and strong grades in the subject you wish to tutor in
- Committed, patient and organised individuals who are keen to develop new skills
- Good interpersonal skills when dealing with pupils
- Individuals who are passionate about closing the attainment gap in education and improving social mobility
Registered Charity
6 - 10
Volunteers close the widening attainment gap in education by helping disadvantaged pupils double their expected progress and improve future prospects.
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