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

GCSE English Tutor for a Young Person with Long-Term Illness

From 18 Feb 2026

Bright Futures UK is looking for passionate and knowledgeable GCSE English tutors to provide educational support and a fun, safe learning environment for young people living with serious illnesses.

What will you be doing? 

Run tutoring sessions online to support a young person. 

Offer subject area knowledge and expertise related to GCSE 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? 

  1. Subject Knowledge: Strong understanding of GCSE English concepts and specifications

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

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

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

  5. 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.

 

Before you apply 

Please apply via our volunteering platform: https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/e1d5093a-b5b9-41b8-b40f-4fd5ececa1d0/1

 

Location 

Remote/Online

 

Time 

1 Hour per Week 

 Duration: 14 Weeks minimum

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 / Online

Training available

Safeguarding

Hours per week

1
  • Activity AreaChildren and Young People, Education, Health and Social Care, People, Teaching and Mentoring, Virtual Volunteering, Wellbeing
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Employability skills

  • Relationship Building 0
  • Communication 0
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  • Administration/Office Skills 0
  • Digital Skills 0
  • Interpersonal 0