PhD
Tutor
Application

We are excited to be recruiting for tutors to join our Researcher Development Programme, which offers PhD and Early Career researchers a meaningful, paid professional development opportunity.

Apply today PhD Tutor Job Specification

The Opportunity

Final call for Brilliant Tutoring Programme placements! Our deadline for Summer term delivery is Sunday 25th April. We will be assessing candidates in all subjects who wish to teach on The Scholars Programme from Monday 19th April.

Tutors working with us will:

  • Support local pupils from underrepresented backgrounds
  • Get expert training and real experience to develop their teaching and other transferable skills
  • Join a nationwide community of researchers making a significant impact on university access
  • Develop competencies compatible with Vitae’s Researcher Development Framework

 

Further Information Apply Today

We welcome applications at any time of year and have a rolling application process. However, we encourage candidates to apply by the deadline above to fit in with our next cycle of placing tutors in schools.

If you have any queries or require further information, please email our Recruitment Team at apply@thebrilliantclub.org. 

To apply to be a Brilliant Club tutor, for both The Brilliant Tutoring Programme, and The Scholars Programme, please complete our online Application Form.

The Application Process

Applying to be a Brilliant Tutoring Programme tutor consists of three stages:

  1. Online Application: Applicants are assessed for their motivations and commitment to the Brilliant Tutoring Programme.
  2. Assessment Centre (Currently completed virtually). Successful applicants are invited to the assessment centre where you will be asked to prepare and teach a mini lesson and will be interviewed by The Brilliant Club staff.
  3. Pre-employment checks: Employment will be subject to DBS check, Right to Work check, Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) check, and suitable references.

What does the Brilliant Tutoring Programme look for in a tutor?

The Brilliant Tutoring Programme welcomes prospective tutors who are committed to supporting pupils through instilling the confidence and engagement required for long-term progress. As part of this commitment, the Brilliant Tutoring Programme seeks tutors who can display appreciation and provide relevant experience in:

  • Professional Conduct
  • Organisation and planning
  • Timekeeping
  • Communication
  • Adaptability

Please note that we do not expect applicants to have prior teaching experience. Our training programme is designed to instruct tutors on teaching practices and enable them to deliver high-quality and engaging tutorials.

Brilliant Tutoring
The Scholars Programme