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Bright Futures UK supports children and young people aged 5 to 24, who have been forced to take time out...

Primary Maths and English Tutor for a Young Person with Serious Illness

06 Jan 2026 - 29 May 2026

Closing date for applications is 01 Jun.

Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and engaging tutors to provide educational support to primary aged pupils in Maths and English and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with long-term illnesses.

"My student's confidence has come miles forward and my favourite part of the week is working with her on her maths and English!" - Primary Volunteer Tutor

 

What will you be doing? 

  • Run tutoring sessions online for one hour per week to support a young person. 

  • Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to KS1 and KS2 Maths and English. 

  • Help to combat social isolation through fun and engaging tutoring sessions. 

  • Adhere to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team

 

What are we looking for? 

  • Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of Primary Maths and English Curriculum. 

  • Teaching Skills: Ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and engaging way.  

  • Empathy and Patience: Kind and understanding nature, especially towards those facing health challenges.  

  • Reliability: Consistent availability for the agreed-upon time commitment.  

  • Experience working with SEN learners is an advantage

  • Adherence to safeguarding policies and report concerns to the BFUK Team

  • You must be a UK resident and be at least 18 years old.

 

As a charity that supports children and young people, we make safeguarding individuals our top priority. For this reason, all volunteers are subject to an enhanced criminal record and disclosures check. We also ask all volunteers to adhere to our Safeguarding, Equality and Confidentiality policies. These are nothing to worry about and if you have any questions, our team are happy to support you.

Benefits to self

Enhanced DBS will be provided Safeguarding Level One Training Skill Development opportunities Direct experience working with children and young people

Benefits to others

Help young people stay on track with their studies despite their health challenges, ensuring they do not fall behind.   Provide a stable and encouraging presence that helps build the students' confidence and resilience.   Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.

Location

Remote

Training available

Safeguarding training

Hours per week

1
  • Activity AreaChildren and Young People, Education, Teaching and Mentoring, Virtual Volunteering, Communication/ Caring, Remote Volunteering
  • Employability Skills within ActivityAdministration/Office Skills, Empathy, Teaching, Coaching and Training, Communication, Digital, IT, Technology, Emotional Intelligence
  • FacultyBusiness and Law, Health, Environment and Medical Sciences, Media, Science and Technology
  • Sustainable Development GoalsGood Health and Well-being, Quality Education, Reducing Inequality

Employability skills

  • Communication 0
  • Digital Skills 0
  • Pitching/Presenting 0
  • Interpersonal 0
  • Timekeeping 0
  • Relationship Building 0
  • Administration/Office Skills 0