Company Description
Tutors Today is a dynamic, student-led tutoring agency focused on delivering high-quality, affordable education tailored to each learner's needs. Founded to bridge academic gaps and empower students, the agency connects dedicated tutors with pupils across a wide range of subjects, including core areas such as Maths and English. Tutors Today provides flexible, personalized sessions that support exam preparation for GCSEs, A-levels, and other key assessments, helping learners build confidence and improve results. With an emphasis on relatable teaching and measurable progress, Tutors Today offers a supportive environment where tutors contribute directly to students' academic and personal growth.
Role Description
The 7+/8+ entrance exam tutor role at Tutors Today is a remote, contract position focused on preparing pupils for competitive school entrance assessments. On a day-to-day basis, the tutor designs and delivers structured lessons covering Maths, English, verbal and non-verbal reasoning tailored to each student's level and school targets. Responsibilities include planning engaging lesson materials, assigning and reviewing practice tasks, providing constructive feedback, and tracking student progress against exam requirements. The tutor communicates regularly with parents or guardians to update them on performance, adjusts lesson plans based on ongoing assessment, and collaborates with the wider Tutors Today team to ensure consistent, high-quality support.
Qualifications
- Strong subject knowledge in Maths and English relevant to 7+/8+ entrance exams, including core skills, reasoning, and exam techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver structured, engaging lessons, with experience in exam preparation or school entrance tutoring preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly and build rapport with young learners and their families.
- Good organizational and time-management skills, including reliable scheduling, lesson preparation, and progress tracking in a remote environment.
- Familiarity with online teaching tools and platforms, and confidence using digital resources to support interactive remote lessons.
- Prior tutoring or teaching experience with primary-age students; knowledge of UK independent and grammar school entrance requirements is an advantage.
- Relevant academic background in Education, English, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent experience; safeguarding awareness and commitment to inclusive, non-discriminatory practice.
