Supporting your
tutoring needs

Providing tutoring & catch-up sessions for students not in school, SATs, GCSE & A-Level exam prep & pupils who require extra support with learning

branches across the group

10,000

registered teachers & support staff

6,800

client schools, colleges & trusts

473

school preferred supplier agreements

Tuition Services

At Vision for Education, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. Our tuition service provides high-impact, 1:1 or small group support for young people who are unable to access mainstream education or require targeted intervention to reach their full potential.

Face-to-face and online learning options available

Round the clock learning: before, during & after school, weekends & school holidays

Bespoke online portal for interactive learning

High quality tutors skilled in delivering catch-up learning

All tutors fully vetted with our Gold Standard safeguarding processes

more reasons to choose us

Schools, MATs and Local Authorities

We partner with local authorities and multi-academy trusts (MATs) to provide high-quality, flexible alternative provision and targeted intervention. Whether supporting students with EHCPs, children in care, or those excluded from mainstream settings, we provide a reliable extension to your teaching staff.

Quality & Compliance

As an REC Audited Education agency, we adhere to the highest standards of recruitment. Every tutor undergoes a rigorous face-to-face interview, enhanced DBS check, and annual safeguarding training.

Bespoke Provision

We don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Our tutors work directly towards the targets set out in a student's PEP or EHCP to ensure continuity of learning.

Transparent Reporting

You will receive weekly progress reports and daily attendance figures, ensuring you have the data required for statutory monitoring and OFSTED evidence.

Specialist Expertise

Our pool of tutors includes specialists in SEND, SEMH, and core curriculum subjects, capable of delivering tuition from Primary to Key Stage 5.

Our tutors

Join a team dedicated to transforming educational outcomes. As a tutor, you are more than just an educator; you are a mentor and a vital support system for students with unique learning requirements.

Fair and competitive pay

We value your commitment. If a session is cancelled by a school with less than 12 hours' notice, you will still be paid in full.

Flexible schedules

Sessions typically range from one to five hours per day, built around your availability and the student's specific needs.

Expert support

You will have a dedicated consultant and access to an on-call service for urgent queries outside of standard office hours.

Professional growth

Benefit from free, termly CPD via our specialist partners, covering high-demand areas like attachment and SEND.

Peace of mind for parents and carers

We work in partnership with you to provide a safe, supportive learning environment that helps your child regain confidence and achieve their goals.

Bespoke learning

We ensure tuition aligns with your child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or Personal Education Plan (PEP).

Safety as priority

Every tutor undergoes a rigorous enhanced DBS check and receives annual safeguarding refreshers.

Quality assurance

We monitor progression alongside students' schools to ensure your child's development, engagement and progress.

Supplying the extra tuition you need

We provide one-to-one and small group tuition, delivered either face-to-face or via a bespoke online platform featuring high-quality video, audio, and interactive whiteboards. Our services include academic and vocational support, as well as communication and life skills coaching, specifically tailored for students from diverse backgrounds, including Cared for Children, young people with EHCPs and those unable to access traditional education settings.

We offer fully flexible, bespoke packages where you determine the session targets, duration, and group size, with tutors available before, during, and after the school day, including weekends and holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

For Schools, MATs and Local Authority Teams

How quickly can a tutor be matched to a student?

We aim to move quickly to prevent gaps in education. Once we receive a referral and a completed Risk Assessment, we work to match a suitably qualified tutor within 48 to 72 hours.

What documentation will we receive for our Single Central Record (SCR)?

We provide a full vetting letter for every tutor assigned to your provision, confirming all safer recruitment checks have been completed in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' (KCSIE) guidelines.

Who is responsible for the student's curriculum?

While our tutors are experienced in planning and delivering bespoke lessons, we encourage collaboration. Tutors can follow a curriculum provided by the school or develop a tailored programme based on the student's specific learning outcomes.

What happens if a tutor is absent?

If a tutor is unwell, our dedicated tuition consultants will notify you immediately and, where possible, work to provide a suitable cover tutor to ensure learning is not disrupted.

How do you handle safeguarding concerns?

Tutors are trained to report any concerns immediately to your school's Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and our internal safeguarding team. A written 'Record of Concern' is provided for your records.

Is there a minimum booking period?

We offer total flexibility. Bookings can range from short-term interventions of a few weeks to long-term, ongoing support, depending on the student's needs and funding.

What settings can you provide tuition in?

We can facilitate tuition on school premises, in local community hubs (such as libraries), online via our secure platforms, or in the student's home (provided a responsible adult is present).

For Tutors

What should I do before my first session?

You must review the 'New Booking Checklist'. This includes reviewing the Risk Assessment, reading the student's background information (such as their EHCP or PEP), and ensuring you have the contact details for the school's Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

How do I record student progress?

Tutors are required to keep evidence of work and complete weekly progress reports. These are vital for demonstrating the impact of your tuition to the school and local authority.

What happens if my student doesn't show up?

If a student is not present within 10 minutes of the start time, you must contact your agency and the parent/carer immediately to ensure the student's safety.

Do I get paid if a session is cancelled?

Yes, if the school provides less than 12 hours' notice of a cancellation, you will still be paid in full for that session.

What are my responsibilities regarding personal care?

In most circumstances, tutors are not responsible for providing any personal care, such as administering medicine, cooking, or toileting; this is strictly the responsibility of the supervising adult. Any changes to this would need to be approved in advance with Vision for Education.

How do I report a safeguarding concern?

You must report concerns immediately to the school's DSL and your Vision for Education consultant. All details must be documented on a 'Record of Concern' form.

Can I take a student off-site?

Any trips or visits must be approved in advance by contacting Vision for Education with regards to funding, risk assessments and related safeguarding considerations. A 'Trips and Visits Consent Form' must be signed by the parent/carer and sent to Vision for Education before the trip takes place.

For Parents and Carers

Where do the tutoring sessions take place?

Sessions are flexible and can be held in your home, at the student's school, in a local library, or via our secure online platform.

Do I need to be there during the lessons?

Yes. For any session held in the home, a responsible adult (over 18) must always be present in the house to oversee the session and ensure the tutor's and student's safety.

What should I do if my child is unwell?

If a student cannot attend, please notify your tutor in the first instance or, if you are unable to contact them, get in touch with your Vision for Education branch at least one hour before the session is due to start.

How do you ensure my child's safety?

Every booking starts with a risk assessment. Our tutors are REC Audited, undergo enhanced DBS checks, and follow a strict Staff Code of Conduct.

How can I give feedback on the tutor?

We value your input. You can complete a Parent Feedback Form at any time or contact your local branch directly to discuss your child's progress.

What if I have concerns about a tutor's conduct?

Any concerns regarding a tutor or the session arrangements should be reported immediately to Vision for Education. We have a Designated Safeguarding Lead specifically to support our tuition services.

For Students

What will my first session be like?

Your tutor will start by getting to know you and how you like to learn. You will work together to discuss each other's expectations so you both know what to expect.

Can I choose what we work on?

Your tutor will plan lessons tailored to your goals. They will use resources that make subjects engaging and will often check in with you to see if the work is at the right level.

Where in my house will the lesson happen?

To keep everyone safe, lessons must take place in a shared area like a dining room or kitchen. Tutors are not allowed to hold sessions in bedrooms.

What if I'm learning online?

We will provide you with Online Safety Advice. This includes making sure you are in a shared room at home and that you are dressed appropriately for school.

What if I'm worried about something?

Your tutor is there to support you. If you have any worries about your lessons or anything else, you can tell them, and they will help you find the right support.

Can I give feedback?

Yes! We have a Student Feedback Form specifically for you to tell us what is going well and what could be better.

Policy Documents

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Testimonials

We’re proud of what our
schools say about us

Our consultant is our main contact and he is extremely experienced and knowledgeable. He knows his stuff! He is so helpful, understanding and is a pleasure to work with.

Helen Atkins,
Assistant Head, The Woodlands

Vision for Education always book quality staff for our school. My consultant cannot do enough to secure the right staff for our school - she always goes above and beyond to support our needs.

Paula Williams,
HR Manager, Archbishop Blanch School

Our consultant has invested a lot of time in getting to understand the needs of the school and this is reflected in the very high level of supply staff we receive - they are always high quality. He is a pleasure to work with, is highly professional and goes the extra mile in supporting the school.

Dominick Gray,
Acting Headteacher, The Beacon Centre