Science Tutor
| Posting date: | 15 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £28,000 per annum depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 July 2026 |
| Location: | Tewkesbury |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 315107FAJ |
Summary
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Job Title: Science Tutor
Location: Norton College, Tewkesbury, GL20 8UQ
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm
Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: July 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you passionate about Science and driven by the opportunity to help young people achieve more than they ever thought possible? Do you believe that learning should be engaging, practical and tailored to the individual?
At Norton College Tewkesbury, we're looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Science Tutor to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your subject expertise to inspire students with additional needs, helping them develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning
As a Science Tutor, you'll deliver engaging and accessible Science learning experiences designed around each student's strengths, interests and individual needs. Working with individuals and small groups, you'll adapt your teaching to ensure students can access the curriculum, develop confidence and experience success. You'll create stimulating learning opportunities that encourage exploration, critical thinking and independence while supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
You'll work closely with colleagues across education, care and therapeutic teams to provide a consistent, nurturing approach that enables every learner to thrive.
What You'll Be Doing
Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons for individual students and small groups.
Monitor, assess and report on student progress, adapting learning to maximise achievement.
Support the implementation of the School Development Plan and contribute to continuous improvement.
Brief and support Learning Support Assistants and colleagues to ensure effective delivery of learning.
Build positive relationships that promote confidence, resilience and self-regulation.
Adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
Support students to develop independence, curiosity and a love of discovery.
Safeguard and promote the welfare, safety and wellbeing of every student.
Work collaboratively as part of the school's multidisciplinary team, maintaining strong communication with colleagues, families and care teams.
Keep up to date with developments in Science education, SEND practice and autism-informed approaches.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Passionate about Science and inspiring young people to achieve their potential.
Experienced in planning, delivering and teaching engaging lessons.
Able to tailor teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of individual learners.
Patient, empathetic and committed to supporting students with additional needs.
An excellent communicator who works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Skilled in managing challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.
Confident using IT and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Organised, proactive and able to coordinate learning effectively.
Committed to continuous professional development and willing to undertake further training.
In possession of a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable).
About Us
Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Job Title: Science Tutor
Location: Norton College, Tewkesbury, GL20 8UQ
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm
Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: July 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you passionate about Science and driven by the opportunity to help young people achieve more than they ever thought possible? Do you believe that learning should be engaging, practical and tailored to the individual?
At Norton College Tewkesbury, we're looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Science Tutor to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to use your subject expertise to inspire students with additional needs, helping them develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning
As a Science Tutor, you'll deliver engaging and accessible Science learning experiences designed around each student's strengths, interests and individual needs. Working with individuals and small groups, you'll adapt your teaching to ensure students can access the curriculum, develop confidence and experience success. You'll create stimulating learning opportunities that encourage exploration, critical thinking and independence while supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
You'll work closely with colleagues across education, care and therapeutic teams to provide a consistent, nurturing approach that enables every learner to thrive.
What You'll Be Doing
Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons for individual students and small groups.
Monitor, assess and report on student progress, adapting learning to maximise achievement.
Support the implementation of the School Development Plan and contribute to continuous improvement.
Brief and support Learning Support Assistants and colleagues to ensure effective delivery of learning.
Build positive relationships that promote confidence, resilience and self-regulation.
Adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
Support students to develop independence, curiosity and a love of discovery.
Safeguard and promote the welfare, safety and wellbeing of every student.
Work collaboratively as part of the school's multidisciplinary team, maintaining strong communication with colleagues, families and care teams.
Keep up to date with developments in Science education, SEND practice and autism-informed approaches.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Passionate about Science and inspiring young people to achieve their potential.
Experienced in planning, delivering and teaching engaging lessons.
Able to tailor teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of individual learners.
Patient, empathetic and committed to supporting students with additional needs.
An excellent communicator who works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Skilled in managing challenging behaviour calmly and consistently.
Confident using IT and maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Organised, proactive and able to coordinate learning effectively.
Committed to continuous professional development and willing to undertake further training.
In possession of a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable).
About Us
Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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