Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage.
By volunteering as a tutor at a local school or online, you'll be supporting children to build their confidence and help ensure they leave school with the grades needed to build a bright future.
What will I be doing?
- Tutoring 1-3 pupils in Year 5 or 6, or Year 7, 10 or 11.
- Commit to one hour a week, for up to 20 weeks. You choose the day and time to sign up to.
- Use our tutor workbooks to guide your pupils through activities that will boost their confidence and grades.
- In-Person Maths Tutors (Year 6): Whitehouse Primary School — Thursdays, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- In-Person or Online English Tutor (Year 6): St Peter's C of E Primary School — Mondays, 8:00 am – 9:00 am
- Online English Tutor (Year 6): West Jesmond Primary School — Mondays, 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm
- Online English Tutors (Year 10): NCEA Duke's Secondary School — Mondays, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
This volunteer role is perfect for you if you:
- Are passionate about making a difference and helping young people succeed, particularly those facing disadvantage.
- Seek valuable experience working with children and are eager to hone essential 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 conveniently online.
Skills
We look for volunteers with:
- Solid subject knowledge in the area they wish to tutor, which may be demonstrated by a degree or grade B at A-level qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience.
- The 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 still encourage you to apply! Please highlight any relevant experience or skills in your application.
Details
- Age restrictions
18+ only - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Up to £5 a week to cover travel - Ongoing support
A volunteer programme coordinator present at every session and contactable from training. - Training provided
Top up training available - Volunteer induction
Yes – two hours - Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 07/10/2026
End Date: 01/08/2027
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | No | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
We offer rolling recruitment all year, even in the school holidays.
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.
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