GCSE English Tutor

Syllabi Education Ltd — GCSE English Teacher (Language & Literature) Location: Remote • Employment type: Part-time (2–6 hours per week) Overview of role Teach 2–6 high-energy online group GCSE English lessons per week on Zoom (classes of ~20+ students). Be trained and coached by experienced practitioners and innovators in online teaching. Gain valuable experience at […]

Syllabi Education Ltd — GCSE English Teacher (Language & Literature)

Location: Remote • Employment type: Part-time (2–6 hours per week)

Overview of role

• Teach 2–6 high-energy online group GCSE English lessons per week on Zoom (classes of ~20+ students).
• Be trained and coached by experienced practitioners and innovators in online teaching.
• Gain valuable experience at a leading, rapidly growing UK education brand.

We’re seeking engaging GCSE English Tutors (Language & Literature) to deliver clear, exam-focused online classes. You’ll combine strong subject knowledge with a warm, charismatic presence that motivates students. Candidates who can teach both Language and Literature across AQA/Edexcel/OCR are preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver 2–6 hour-long group lessons each week in GCSE English Language & Literature.
• Bring core skills to life: close reading, analytical writing, SPaG, creative/transactional writing, comparison, and evaluation.
• Model exam technique (PEE/PEEL, planning, timing, structure) and use our ready-made slide decks, model answers, and weekly topic timetable.
• Provide concise, actionable feedback via low-stakes tasks, exit tickets and quick checks for understanding.
• Foster a positive, supportive classroom culture that boosts participation and confidence.
• Be open to coaching, adopt our teaching methods and refine your practice through ongoing training.
• Engage directly with students, adapt pace to the room, and differentiate where needed.
• Teach at fixed weekly times according to your availability.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks at the instruction of the Co-Founders.
• (Optional) Feature in social media content for marketing and testimonials.

Preferred qualifications

• Top marks at GCSE & A-Level English (or equivalent).
• Strong (minimum) Bachelor’s degree in English/related field (or currently studying).
• PGCE/QTS welcome (not essential).

Experience

• Minimum 1 year tutoring/teaching English (Language and/or Literature).
• Track record working with mixed-ability groups—supporting both grade-boost and top-grade aims.
• Familiarity with AQA/Edexcel/OCR exam requirements and assessment objectives.

Literature familiarity (ideal)

Experience teaching and/or strong familiarity with at least some of the following GCSE set texts:

• Macbeth (Shakespeare)
• A Christmas Carol (Dickens)
• An Inspector Calls (Priestley)
• Romeo and Juliet (Shakespeare)
• Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (Stevenson)

Crucial soft skills

• Excellent communication and classroom presence online.
• Patient, adaptable, upbeat—able to inspire and motivate.
• Strong organisation and time management.
• Distinctive teaching personality (not a lecture style).

Work environment

• Lessons on Zoom, scheduled via our online platform.
• Fully remote team communication.
• All resources and Zoom accounts provided.
• WhatsApp responses expected within 12 hours.
• Lessons recorded for safeguarding and quality assurance.

Compensation & benefits

• £50–£75 per hour, paid weekly.
• Ongoing CPD, startup exposure and free training.
• Opportunities to attend conferences and events.
• Stand-out CV experience with a leading firm.