JOB DESCRIPTION:
Post-Primary Science Tutor – Carrickfergus
Are you passionate about science, chemistry, biology, physics and want to make a real impact on young learners? We’re looking for an experienced and engaging Post-Primary Science Tutor to join our dedicated team in Carrickfergus. If you’re confident in teaching biology, chemistry and/or physics based on the Northern Ireland post-primary curriculum, we’d love to hear from you!
Your Role:
- Deliver in-person tutoring in science, chemistry, biology, and physics for Key Stage 3, GCSE, and/or A-Level students.
- Create personalised learning plans to support individual student goals
- Break down complex scientific concepts in ways that are easy to understand
- Track student progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed
- Maintain communication with parents and guardians on student performance
What We’re Looking For:Essential:
- Degree in Science or a related subject
- Minimum of 1 year’s experience teaching or tutoring post-primary science
- Strong knowledge of the Northern Ireland Curriculum for post-primary levels
- Ability to teach one or more science strands: biology, chemistry, physics
- Excellent communication and lesson delivery skills
- Reliable, patient, supportive, and confident working with teens
- Passion for science and helping students achieve their academic potential
Preferred:
- A teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE)
- Experience with students who have additional learning needs
What to Expect:
- A brief teaching demo will be part of the application process
- Tutors should be willing to commit to the role for at least one year
- All sessions will be in person
- This is a self-employed role
Key Details:
- Pay ranges from £20 to £30 per hour, depending on the level and type of lesson—whether one-to-one, group sessions, home visits, or sessions held at our Carrickfergus Hub. Further details will be discussed during the interview.
- Expected hours: 4 – 25 hours per week
- Schedule: Flexible – weekdays and weekends available
- Requirements: UK bank account, right to work in Northern Ireland, and enhanced AccessNI check (or willingness to obtain one)
Why Join Us?
- Flexible schedule
- Supportive and friendly team
- Free parking
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
Ready to Apply? If you’re an enthusiastic science tutor who knows the Northern Ireland post-primary curriculum and wants to inspire the next generation of scientists, send us your CV today! Job Types:
Full-time or Part-timePay: £20.00-£30.00 per hour expected hours: 4 – 25 per week Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £20.00-£30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 25 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Work Location: In perso