Gap Year Tutor
Company: Dean Close Foundation
Salary: £17,054.40 to £19,971.60 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6QH
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 18 Sept 2026
Closing date: 4 Oct 2026
Summary
The Dean Close Foundation are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, proactive and caring Gap Year Tutor to join our dedicated team from January 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for a school leaver, graduate, or anyone considering a future career in education, childcare, teaching, or youth development.
As a Gap Year Tutor, you will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning across our Pre-Prep School, working with children aged 2-7 years. You will gain hands‑on experience in the classroom while becoming fully involved in the wider life of the school.
Previous experience working with children, either formally or informally, is desirable but not essential. A First Aid qualification or prior experience in a school or childcare setting would be advantageous.
At Dean Close Foundation, our values of love, courage, and contribution underpin everything we do. As part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to contribute your ideas, develop professionally, and make a meaningful difference to colleagues across the Foundation.
Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustments are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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