Academic Tutor – SEN, Primary & Secondary

Whitstable, Kent | 35 Vacancies | Flexible Part-Time Roles

Pay: £25.07–£35.07 per hour for experienced and qualified tutors
Hours: 2–20 hours per week
Working pattern: Face-to-face and online tutoring opportunities

KPi Education is seeking dedicated tutors, qualified teachers and talented graduates to support primary and secondary-aged pupils in Whitstable, Kent, and nearby areas. Opportunities are available to work with learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN), as well as pupils who need additional academic guidance to overcome barriers to learning.

What we offer

• 35 available positions across a variety of tutoring assignments.

• Flexible part-time hours to suit your availability.

• A combination of home-based, online and in-person tuition, depending on the placement.

• Opportunities working with local council-supported education provisions.

• The potential to secure ongoing and longer-term assignments.

• Applications welcomed from experienced graduates, with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) desirable.

• A driving licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel locally would be an advantage.

About the role

Are you passionate about education and helping young people overcome challenges to achieve their best? Whether you are an experienced tutor, a qualified teacher or a graduate with relevant experience, these opportunities could be an excellent fit.

We are offering a range of academic tutoring assignments throughout Whitstable and the surrounding Kent area. You will provide tailored learning support to pupils who may need additional help with their education, confidence or progress.

Your role will involve adapting your approach to individual learning needs, encouraging positive engagement and helping students strengthen their knowledge, develop new skills and work towards their personal learning targets.

Academic Tutor – SEN, Primary & Secondary

What we are looking for

The successful candidates will ideally demonstrate:

• A background in classroom teaching or substantial experience delivering tuition in subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities, IT, literacy, numeracy or SEN.

• The ability to recognise and respond appropriately to the individual needs of pupils requiring additional learning support.

• A professional approach that reflects the standards, principles and expectations of the educational settings in which they work.

• A genuine commitment to treating pupils, colleagues and other professionals with fairness, patience and respect.

• Clear communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.

• Strong planning, organisation and time-management abilities.

• The confidence to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team and sharing effective teaching practices.

• The ability to remain organised, adaptable and productive when managing competing priorities.

• A willingness to participate in relevant training, continuing professional development (CPD) and skills development.

• A reliable approach to attendance, punctuality and professional responsibilities.

• Flexibility to support the wider requirements of the placement where appropriate.

For certain specialist assignments, experience directing or rehearsing choirs and good keyboard-playing skills would be an additional benefit.

Why join KPi Education?

• Work around your schedule: Part-time hours offer flexibility alongside other professional or personal commitments.

• Make a real impact: Help pupils overcome learning difficulties, improve their confidence and make meaningful educational progress.

• Choose from varied placements: Opportunities are available across primary, secondary and specialist SEN provision.

• Build longer-term experience: Some assignments may develop into sustained tutoring opportunities.

• Use your skills where they matter: Apply your knowledge and experience to provide personalised support to young learners.

Ready to take the next step?

If you are enthusiastic about supporting young people and would like to explore tutoring opportunities in Whitstable, Kent, we would love to hear from you.

Click Apply to register your interest. For further information about the available positions, contact Phil at KPi Education.

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