Pay: £35.00–£40.00 per hour
Hours: 5 hours per week
Start Date: September 2026
Provide Education is seeking a GCSE Biology Tutor to support a motivated young person through bespoke 1:1 tuition in their home in the Barnsley area.
This rewarding opportunity involves working with a student who is currently educated at home due to a visual impairment. They are preparing to sit their GCSE Biology examination next year and are on track to achieve a Grade 4 or above. They are highly engaged with their learning, work exceptionally hard, and aspire to progress to college before pursuing a career in nursing or healthcare.
This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference by providing tailored academic support that helps the student reach their full potential.
The Role
Deliver engaging and personalised GCSE Biology tuition on a 1:1 basis.
Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet the student's individual learning needs.
Ensure all lesson materials are accessible, with a minimum font size of 18 to support the student's visual impairment.
Build confidence, reinforce subject knowledge, and prepare the student for their GCSE examinations.
Provide regular feedback on progress and work collaboratively with the wider support network where appropriate.We are looking for someone who has:
Experience teaching or tutoring GCSE Biology.
Strong subject knowledge and the ability to explain concepts clearly.
Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs or adapting learning to meet individual requirements (desirable).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A patient, encouraging, and flexible approach to teaching.
A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their educational goals.What We Offer
Competitive hourly rate of £35–£40 per hour.
Flexible working pattern with 5 hours per week (days to be agreed).
Dedicated support from your Provide Education consultant.
The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on a young person's education and future career aspirations.
Ongoing safeguarding and professional support.Essential Requirements
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Right to work in the UK.
Two satisfactory professional references.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.If you are an enthusiastic Biology tutor looking for a rewarding role where your support can help a young person achieve their ambitions, we would love to hear from you.
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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Salary description
£35.00 - £40.00 per hour