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.
We're committed to supporting you from initial core tutor training, to your assignments, and beyond the classroom. Check our offers of continuous learning opportunities for you...
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 around 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.
Please note: All times are in the 24-hour clock and are GMT.
Learn how to prepare and deliver high-impact sessions that make a difference:
You should only attend the live online session for the subject you will be tutoring.
Get ready to hit the ground running in this follow-up session on our systems and logistics where you can meet your Programme Coordinator, Tutor Engagement and Support Managers:
Learn how to prepare and deliver high-impact sessions that make a difference:
You should only attend the live online session for the subject you will be tutoring.
Get ready to hit the ground running in this follow-up session on our systems and logistics. You will also meet your Programme Coordinator, Tutor Engagement and Support Managers:
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 feedback 2023-24
Training feedback 2023-24
Training feedback 2023-24
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
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.
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