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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Volunteer tutor

Action Tutoring is an 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.


What you'll gain:



  • Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.

  • Develop skills like communication, leadership, and problem-solving.

  • Meet like-minded people in our volunteer community.

  • Free DBS check.


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.


Experience required

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.

We welcome applications from volunteers across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. (Please note: this is a volunteer, unpaid position.)


Travel details

This is a remote opportunity.

Travel expenses

Cost of DBS processing is paid by us.

Support
Training details

Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability
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Frequency & commitment
One hour a week during term time. You can choose your timeslot which might be before, during or at the end of the school day.

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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