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Work that makes a real difference.

We are looking for tutors, mentors, and practitioners who share our values. People who believe in every child's capacity to grow — and who want to be part of a team that proves it, every day.

Why Tuition Extra

A team with a genuine sense of purpose

We are a close, supportive team with high expectations of ourselves and deep care for the young people we work with. Our work is challenging — and it is genuinely rewarding.

Every member of our team receives Thrive training, which gives you an evidence-based framework for understanding children's emotional development and responding to it skilfully.

We invest in our people. We offer real professional development, a collaborative culture, and the kind of work that leaves you feeling like your day mattered.

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What we offer

Joining Tuition Extra

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Thrive Training

Full Thrive Approach training is provided to every member of our team. This is an invaluable professional development opportunity in emotionally-informed practice.

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Real career development

We support progression within our team and beyond. We want people to grow with us.

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Supportive culture

We are a close team. Supervision, peer support, and honest conversation are part of how we work.

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Varied and meaningful work

Every child is different. Every day brings something new. Our work is varied, engaging, and genuinely impactful.

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Multiple locations

Roles exist across Canterbury Centre, Maypole Farm, and Haven Nook — different environments, different rhythms.

Flexible working

We consider part-time and flexible arrangements. Talk to us about what you are looking for.

Who we are looking for

Roles at Tuition Extra

  • Tutors

    Subject specialists and generalists working at KS1–KS5. Relevant qualifications and experience required.

  • Learning Mentors

    Experienced practitioners who support children's social, emotional and motivational development.

  • SEN Specialists

    Practitioners with experience of working with children with SEND, including autism, ADHD, and complex needs.

  • Farm & Outdoor Practitioners

    People with a background in animal care, horticulture, forest school, or outdoor education — based at Maypole Farm.

  • Therapeutic Practitioners

    Art therapists, play therapists, and other qualified therapeutic practitioners working within our provision.

We look for people who...

Believe in every child's capacity to grow
Are patient, calm, and consistent under pressure
Value relationship above performance
Are curious about what makes each child tick
Bring warmth and professional rigour in equal measure
Are committed to their own development

Safer recruitment

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, reference checks, and identity verification. Tuition Extra is committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people in our care. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Interested in joining us?

Send us a brief message via our contact form, or call 01227 935773. We will always reply, and we are happy to talk through what we are looking for before you commit to a formal application.