What does it take to become a Tutor? Is there a secret recipe?
Tutoring is an innate passion, and if you merge your academic allure and subject-area expertise together, then the outcome will be highly successful. That being said, 'are there really any hidden ingredients' to being a great tutor?
Let's bring all pieces together
We at Suited Tutor believe that - to be an astounding tutor, you should combine various characteristics and personality traits, so that your lessons with your students can be fun, engaging and foremost unforgettable. In other words, delivering interactive sessions with a bit of a 'wow' element.
Recruitment Process and Selection
For our tutors to be considered eligible, they need to fulfil the following criteria:
- Either be PGCE or PhD/Master's qualified
- Have at least 5 years of tutoring experience
- Be enhanced DBS checked*
- Equipped with passion and a can-do attitude
- Excited about teaching and knowledge sharing
*Please note: Especially for those tutors, who have signed up on our platform and opted for delivering in-person classes, it is mandatory to apply for an Enhanced DBS check. Rest assured, our supportive team at Suited Tutor has got your back and will be able to guide you throughout the process, as well as handle all of the strenuous bureaucratic procedures. (Gentle reminder: the DBS application and processing fees will be covered by the tutor).
UK Curriculum Exposure and Experience
It is highly advantageous to have prior knowledge of the UK's school syllabus, as well as be prepared to dedicate some time for your lesson planning and stay up-to-date with any forthcoming subject curriculum changes, for your new/existing students.
In case you have studied abroad, for example, you have completed your Master's in Biology in Australia and you also happen to tutor GCSE students from London, then, our recruitment panel will be pleased to consider your application.
UK Visa Sponsorship?
In order to work with Suited Tutor, the tutor/teacher would need to have the right to work as self-employed within the UK, as we don't provide any visa sponsorships.
How do I know if I am accepted?
Once the aforementioned criteria, as seen above are fulfilled and a tutor profile has been created from your side on our website, then either a one-to-one or virtual interview will be conducted, so that we can assess your skillset, compatibility and experience. If successful, an email confirmation will be forwarded to your mailbox and your account will be marked as verified and activated.
Please note: attendance at our interview, (either online or in-person), is mandatory; if you wish to get your account verified and activated.
What kind of support documents or proof do you require?
Depending on the qualifications stated on your profile, then proof or digital copies will be required to validate your academic qualifications. In addition, a digital copy of your ID, proof of address and at least two references will be needed to complete your application.
What if my proof of ID has not been issued in the UK?
In that particular case, we may recommend you apply for a UK provisional driving licence.
Are there any company policies I need to adhere to?
When you apply to become a tutor at Suited Tutor, you also agree to comply with the following Tutor Code of Conduct and Ethics policy.
What if I am not Tech Savvy or need some support?
Rest assured, as our friendly customer support team has got your back. You may email your CV, including your cover letter and two references to info@suitedtutor.com, and a fellow team member will come and let you know about the next steps, as soon as possible.
