Details:
- Salary: £95 - 101 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Part-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Hertfordshire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Position: English Tutor
Contract Type: Part-time Temporary Work (2 days per week initially)
Start Date: 12/10/2026
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, UK
Salary: £95–£101.80 per day
Salary depends on experience and qualifications.
Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, (term time only)
Email: (url removed)
Contact Name: Danna Crous
About the Role:
Help GCSE learners build confidence and prepare for their exams as an English Tutor at a secondary school in Watford. You will support pupils in English Language and Literature, strengthening their reading, writing and analytical skills.
Through one-to-one and small-group sessions, you will address gaps in knowledge, clarify misconceptions and develop examination technique. Working closely with the English department, you will keep tuition aligned with classroom learning and GCSE assessment objectives.
This English Tutor role suits someone who can make challenging topics accessible and engaging. You will adapt sessions to individual needs, track progress and help pupils gain confidence in extended writing and exam responses.
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:
Experience teaching or tutoring GCSE English Language or Literature with secondary-aged pupils.
Sound knowledge of the GCSE English curriculum and examination requirements.
Experience delivering effective one-to-one or small-group tuition.
The ability to adapt teaching to address learning gaps and support progress.
The right to work in the UK and willingness to complete safeguarding checks.
An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to apply for one.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver focused GCSE English intervention to individuals and small groups.
Identify misconceptions and plan sessions around pupils learning needs.
Develop reading, writing, analysis and extended-response skills.
Teach examination technique and explain assessment objectives.
Monitor progress and adapt tuition in response to pupils work.
Collaborate with the English department to complement classroom teaching.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Build positive, encouraging relationships with secondary-aged pupils.
Explain challenging English concepts clearly and confidently.
Be comfortable supporting both GCSE English Language and Literature.
Adapt tuition to different abilities and starting points.
Show patience while helping pupils recognise their progress.
Why work via Teach-Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.
We:
· Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
· Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
· Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
· Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process:
If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants must hold the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue supporting your search for work in education. We look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance