Block 1: About us
Gain insight into the context of what we do, who we work with, and why it matters. This self-led online module provides essential background knowledge to kickstart your tutoring journey.
What does tutor training involve?
We answer some of your most common questions below!
Core Training
We're here to give you the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to deliver high-quality tuition in your local community. Our Core Tutor training programme is curated and delivered by our in-house team of qualified teachers and partners at The University of Manchester's Institute of Education (MIE).
Your Core Training contains four content blocks and a Safeguarding course, which takes from 10-15 hours to complete over three to four weeks. The content is all delivered virtually and involves some independent study as well as live Zoom sessions. Read an overview of your training programme below:
Block 2: High-quality tuition
Learn how to prepare and deliver high-impact sessions that make a difference. This combination of a self-led online module and a Live Session over Zoom equip you with the skills to excel in tutoring.
Block 3: Subject-specific tuition
Delve deeper into what high-quality tuition looks like in your chosen subject area. Through a self-led online module and a Live Session over Zoom, you'll receive specialised guidance tailored to your subject of interest.
Block 4: Ready, set, tutor!
Get ready to hit the ground running by learning the logistics of setting up on our systems and applying for work in a self-paced online module, followed by a Live Session over Zoom. This session is a fantastic opportunity to meet your Programme Coordinators and Tutor Engagement and Support Manager, setting you up for success in your tutoring journey.
Our last Live Session training dates of the year
Please note: All times are in the 24-hour clock and are GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).
March training round (March)
High-quality tuition
Learn how to prepare and deliver high-impact sessions that make a difference:
- Thursday 6 March, 16:00 - 17:00
Subject-specific training
You should only attend the live online session for the subject you will be tutoring.
- Secondary English: Tuesday 11 March, 14:00 - 16:00
- Secondary Maths: Wednesday 12 March, 10:00 - 12:00
- Secondary Science: Thursday 13 March, 10:00 - 12:00
- Primary (maths and reading): Thursday 13 March, 14:00 - 16:00
Ready, set, tutor!
Get ready to hit the ground running in this follow-up session on our systems and logistics. You will also meet your Programme Coordinator and Tutor Engagement and Support Manager:
- Friday 14 March, 11:00 - 11:30
I personally believe that I was set up perfectly to start tutoring and that because of how helpful the staff are, any obscure questions that you might not have seen in the training sessions can be answered for you. I loved delivering mock sessions on my first training session. It helped me get over my initial nerves and just enjoy tutoring."Poppy Orrell, Greater Manchester Tutoring Plus Tutor
Tutor training FAQs
Please get in touch with us as soon as possible so we're aware. As each section of our Core Training builds upon the previous one, you'll need to complete all content and any live sessions for each section before progressing to the next section.
You may be able to join the next round of training, so you'll still be able to complete your training programme, but it will just take a little longer.
Before you can apply for assignments, you'll need to have completed each stage of your Core Training. Our team will support you through your induction so you can begin tutoring as soon as possible.
While completing your induction, our Recruitment Team will be completing DBS and reference checks. Please keep an eye out for emails from us that detail what you need to do to help with this. Note that DBS checks are carried out by a third party, and the time it takes for them to be completed can vary and is out of our control.
As a charity aiming to make education more accessible, all of our learning opportunities are completely free!
If you're successful at interview, we'll offer you a bespoke training plan, so you can get into the classroom quicker, with tailored support from our team of teachers. See an overview of your induction below.
Training for qualified teachers
1. About us
An online module detailing the context of what we do, who we work with, and why
2. Safeguarding course
An online short course to get you ready to go into the classroom
3. Submit a lesson plan
Show us a flair for your teaching style through a lesson planning task. Our team of teachers will review your plan and if all is well, you'll be able to apply for your first tutoring assignment!
Our tutors say
Our tutors are consistently positive about their experiences training with us:
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98 %
of tutors rated our 'Welcome to Tutor Trust' block of training as good or outstanding
Training feedback 2023-24
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98 %
of tutors rated our high-quality tuition block of training as good or outstanding
Training feedback 2023-24
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99 %
of tutors rated our subject-specific tuition blocks of training as good or outstanding
Training feedback 2023-24
Further learning opportunities
Whether it's a recap of tutoring essentials such as fostering positive relationships, a deep dive into a specialised topic such as Special Education Needs (SEND), or using AI in tuition, we've got you covered.
Further to our Core Training are a host of regular virtual and in-person events to help boost your knowledge and professional skills.
Engagement events
A mixture of online and in-person events led by our Tutor Engagement and Support Manager. They are great informal opportunities to chat to other tutors and become part of our community. These include, but are not limited to: Coffee and Chat, Paint and Sip, Welcome Events and our annual Tutor Awards.
Drop-ins
Drop-ins are an opportunity to meet with other tutors and Tutor Trust staff to discuss current and upcoming assignments, share good practice and get advice, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. These events include but are not limited to: phonics & reading, online tutoring, Tutoring Plus and post-16 tuition.
Development sessions
Led by our experienced team of Quality Managers and trainers, sometimes in partnership with other organisations (e.g. Place2Be, TeachFirst, The University of Manchester). They are designed to develop your skills and give you new strategies to use in your tuition sessions. These events include but are not limited to: coaching & mentoring, AI for tutoring, behaviour for learning, and GCSE and SATs revision sessions.
Transfer training
Initially, all tutors are trained to specialise in one subject. However, we recognise that many of our tutors have the necessary qualifications to deliver multiple subjects. As a result, we provide opportunities throughout the year for tutors with the necessary qualifications to complete Transfer Training. This training allows tutors to provide tuition across multiple subjects and/or age ranges.
I liked the face to face meet up in Liverpool - it was nice to meet other tutors and learn something new!"Catrina Nisbett, Merseyside Secondary Maths Tutor
