Graduate Literacy Tutor

Step Into Teaching Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education support organization is seeking Graduate English Tutors to work with schools in South Yorkshire, including Sheffield. This paid, term-time role offers graduates a chance to gain classroom experience and mentor students. Responsibilities include tutoring students, supporting literacy, and tracking progress. Candidates should possess a degree in English, be passionate about education, and have excellent communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to take the first step toward a career in education.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Mentorship from experienced educators

Hands-on classroom experience

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with a degree in English or related field are required.
• Must be confident, proactive, and able to motivate learners.
• Excellent communicators, empathetic, and patient individuals are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individual students or small groups in English.
• Support students in developing reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Deliver lessons aligned with the school's curriculum and learning objectives.
• Build positive relationships and encourage engagement with learning.
• Track student progress and provide feedback to teachers.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Motivational skills

Education

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Job description:

South Yorkshire: Sheffield • Doncaster • Barnsley • Rotherham

Are you a graduate passionate about English and supporting young people to achieve their potential?

Step Into Teaching is looking for motivated Graduate English Tutors to work with schools across South Yorkshire. This is a fantastic paid opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience, make a real difference in students’ learning, and take your first step toward a career in education.

Why This Role?

• Paid, term-time role with competitive rates:£480–£520 per week
• Opportunities inprimary, secondary, and further education
• Supportive mentorship and guidance from experienced educators
• Gain practical experience and transferable skills for teacher training or education careers
• Work directly with students to improve literacy, confidence, and exam performance

What You’ll Do

• Tutor individual students or small groups in English
• Support students in developing reading, writing, and comprehension skills
• Deliver lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and learning objectives
• Build positive relationships and encourage engagement with learning
• Track student progress and provide feedback to teachers

Who We’re Looking For

• Recent graduates with a degree in English or related field
• Passionate about helping students succeedConfident, proactive, and able to motivate learners
• Excellent communicators, empathetic, and patient
• Based in or able to commute to South Yorkshire