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Daytime GCSE Maths Tutor Face-to-face tuition for students outside mainstream education Tutor Doctor Bolton West / Greater Manchester Tutor Doctor Bolton West is looking for reliable, confident and adaptable GCSE Maths tutors to support students who are currently not in mainstream education. This may include students who are home-schooled, receiving EOTAS-style support, or attending an Alternative Provision setting. The work will primarily be face-to-face during the daytime, so this role is particularly suited to tutors with weekday availability. This is not an online-only role. Some online support may be possible where appropriate, but the core requirement is the ability and willingness to travel to students or settings in and around the Bolton area. About the role You will provide one-to-one GCSE Maths tuition to students who need personalised support outside a standard school timetable. Students may be working towards GCSE Maths, resits, Functional Skills, foundation skills, or confidence-building before returning to more formal education. Some students may have missed significant learning, have anxiety around school, have SEND needs, or require a slower, calmer and more flexible approach than they would receive in a classroom. The role may involve working with students:

  • at home
  • in an Alternative Provision setting
  • in a community or education setting
  • during normal school/daytime hours
  • occasionally online where agreed Key responsibilities As a Tutor Doctor Maths tutor, you will be expected to:
  • deliver personalised GCSE Maths tuition face-to-face
  • identify gaps in knowledge and understanding
  • rebuild confidence in Maths
  • explain concepts clearly and patiently
  • adapt sessions to the student's learning style and current confidence level
  • use exam-style questions where appropriate
  • support students with revision, exam technique and problem-solving
  • help students work towards GCSE, resit or functional Maths goals
  • provide clear feedback after sessions
  • communicate professionally with Tutor Doctor and, where appropriate, families/settings
  • record sessions and reports through Tutor Doctor systems
  • maintain appropriate safeguarding and professional boundaries What we are looking for The most important requirements are:
  • strong GCSE Maths knowledge
  • ability to tutor face-to-face
  • daytime availability
  • ability to travel in and around Bolton
  • own transport, or a reliable willingness to travel
  • calm, patient and adaptable tutoring style
  • reliability and consistency
  • confidence working one-to-one with students who may not be in mainstream education You do not necessarily need to be a qualified teacher, but you do need to be confident supporting GCSE-level Maths and able to explain ideas clearly. Location and travel You must be based within realistic travel distance of Bolton and willing to travel to students or settings across the local area. Relevant areas may include:
  • Bolton
  • Westhoughton
  • Horwich
  • Farnworth
  • Hindley
  • Atherton
  • Over Hulton
  • Lostock
  • Heaton
  • surrounding parts of Greater Manchester and Lancashire Own transport is strongly preferred because some students may be in home or AP settings that are not easy to reach by public transport. Student profile This role may involve supporting students who:
  • are home-schooled
  • are educated outside mainstream school
  • attend an Alternative Provision setting
  • have missed school due to anxiety, health, SEND or personal circumstances
  • need GCSE Maths support in a calmer one-to-one environment
  • have low confidence in Maths
  • need help rebuilding foundations before exam preparation
  • may have ADHD, autism, dyslexia, anxiety or other learning needs
  • need a tutor who can build trust before pushing academically The right tutor will understand that success is not just about delivering content. It is about helping the student engage, feel safe enough to try, and make steady progress. Ideal tutor profile This role would suit someone who is:
  • experienced in tutoring Maths
  • a current or former teacher
  • a teaching assistant with strong Maths ability
  • a graduate with strong Maths skills
  • a university student with strong Maths background and daytime availability
  • experienced with SEND, AP, EOTAS or home education
  • calm, patient and good at building rapport
  • confident working with students who may be anxious, disengaged or behind SEND or Alternative Provision experience is helpful, but not always essential. The key is being reliable, adaptable and able to work well with students who need a more personalised approach. Availability We are particularly looking for tutors available during the daytime, including:
  • weekday mornings
  • early afternoons
  • school-hour slots
  • occasional after-school sessions where needed This role is not suitable for tutors who are only available online or only available for occasional evening work. Pay Tutor rates are agreed based on experience, subject level, travel and suitability for the student match. Typical Tutor Doctor rates are agreed on a match-by-match basis, depending on the nature of the work, the student's needs and the tutor's background. Why work with Tutor Doctor? Tutor Doctor helps tutors by managing much of the work that sits around tutoring, including:
  • parent or setting enquiries
  • initial consultations
  • student matching
  • programme structure
  • student briefings
  • family communication
  • progress monitoring
  • admin systems
  • ongoing support if issues arise This allows tutors to focus on delivering high-quality tuition while Tutor Doctor manages the relationship, matching process and wider service around the student. Important note This is a face-to-face, daytime tutoring role. Please only apply if you are genuinely able to travel to students or settings in and around Bolton and can commit reliably to regular sessions. To apply, please complete the Tutor Doctor application form: https://zfrmz.ca/FwNyfma7827CpOpGohlQ

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