Volunteer tutor disadvantaged pupils - English or maths

Volunteer tutor for disadvantaged pupils - English or maths (Newcastle)

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.

As an English or maths volunteer, you will choose one of our partner schools and work with 1‑3 pupils for an hour a week over 10‑20 weeks. Sessions are delivered either on the school premises or online at a fixed time each week. You can choose to support children preparing for their SATs (ages 9‑11) or GCSEs (ages 14‑16). We provide all of our tutors with training, tutor workbooks, a DBS check and travel expenses up to £5 per session.

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

• Tutoring 1‑3 pupils in Year 5 or 6, or Year 7, 10 or 11.
• Committing to one hour a week for up to 20 weeks, choosing the day and time that suits you.
• Using the tutor workbooks to guide pupils through activities that build confidence and improve grades.

• Induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.
• Development of communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Opportunity to meet like‑minded people in the volunteer community.
• Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session).
• Free DBS check.

• Are passionate about making a difference and helping young people succeed, especially those facing disadvantage.
• Seek valuable experience working with children and are eager to hone 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 online.

• Solid subject knowledge in the area you wish to tutor, demonstrated by a degree or a grade B at A‑level (or equivalent) or relevant experience.
• 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 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.)

The Action Tutoring team has been fabulous in their support, timely updates, always available, closely following progress, and ready to intervene where needed – very professional indeed!

Volunteering is very rewarding. The skills developed from teaching the pupils are transferable to any walk of life and make you a better person. I would highly recommend it.