Academic Intervention Tutor Secondary Catch-Up Specialist

Are you an experienced tutor, subject specialist, or graduate looking to make a targeted academic impact without the demands of full-scale classroom management?

A high-achieving secondary school is seeking dedicated Academic Intervention Tutors to deliver small-group catch-up and booster sessions starting this September 2026.

Funded through Pupil Premium and targeted school attainment initiatives, this role focuses on bridging knowledge gaps and boosting confidence for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE) students in core subject areas.

Position Details:

Role: Academic Intervention Tutor / GCSE Catch-Up Specialist

Subjects: English, Mathematics, or Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

Start Date: September 2026

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term-time only - flexible part-time timetables also considered)

Pay Rate: £90.00 - £120.00+ per day (PAYE, based on subject expertise and experience)

Contract: Full-time or Part-time, long-term for the 2026/27 academic year

Key Responsibilities:

Targeted Small-Group Delivery: Deliver focused intervention sessions to small groups (typically 2-4 students) and 1:1 catch-up blocks.

Core Subject Focus: Reinforce foundational concepts in English, Maths, or Science, addressing specific misconceptions and learning gaps.

GCSE Exam Preparation: Coach Year 10 and Year 11 pupils on exam techniques, past paper breakdown, revision methods, and time management.

Attainment Tracking: Assess student baseline levels, track weekly progress, and collaborate with Heads of Department to refine intervention plans.

Student Motivation: Create a low-anxiety, supportive environment where reluctant or disengaged learners regain confidence.

Candidate Requirements:

Subject Strength: Degree in English, Maths, Science, or related academic discipline; or extensive previous tutoring/intervention experience.

Curriculum Knowledge: Familiarity with the UK National Curriculum and GCSE exam specifications (AQA, Edexcel, OCR).

Communication: Patient, articulate, and structured teaching style tailored to diverse learner needs.

Compliance: Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process a check prior to start).

Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor, Higher Level TA (HLTA), Tutor, or aspiring PGCE/ECT candidate is highly valued.

Why Choose an Academic Intervention Role?

Pure Teaching & Mentoring: Focus entirely on targeted learning and student progress without whole-class behavioural burdens or lesson admin.

Predictable Schedule: Sociable daytime school hours with all 13 weeks of school holidays off.

Career Stepping Stone: High-value classroom experience for anyone planning to pursue teacher training or educational leadership.

Help secondary students accelerate their learning and achieve their target grades this year.

Apply online today or search "Secondary Academic Intervention Tutor Jobs 2026" to submit your CV
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