Become a Tutor with Up Your Grade

Are you a qualified teacher or subject specialist in Ripon or the surrounding villages? Up Your Grade is recruiting tutors to join our growing team. We provide high-quality, one-to-one tutoring for students of all ages — from building primary foundations to GCSE exam preparation and A-Level success.

Ripon Cathedral with a row of shops in the foreground.

Why tutor with Up Your Grade in Ripon?

Fair and above-average pay – We believe tutors should be properly valued for their skills and expertise. You’ll be paid fairly, without the stress of chasing invoices or dealing with admin.

Consistent student matches – We introduce you directly to families in Ripon and surrounding villages who are seeking academic support.

Flexible work – Most tutoring takes place after school and at weekends, but there is also steady demand during the daytime from home-educated students, adult learners, and sixth formers.

Professional systems – With TutorCruncher for admin and Lessonspace for online delivery, we make tutoring simple, effective, and professional.

Subjects in high demand in Ripon

We are particularly looking for tutors who teach:

  • GCSE & A-Level Maths
  • GCSE & A-Level English
  • GCSE & A-Level Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
  • Economics, Business, Psychology (A-Level)
  • French & Spanish

Local schools we support in Ripon and nearby areas

Our tutors regularly support students from:

  • Ripon Grammar School
  • Outwood Academy Ripon
  • Boroughbridge High School
  • Holy Trinity C of E Infants’ School
  • Moorside Primary School

Tutors are matched with families knowing they understand the curriculum and exam board requirements of these schools, ensuring lessons are relevant and targeted.

Ripon schools

How to join Up Your Grade

1. Apply online

Share your subjects, experience, and availability

2. Online interview

with tutor director, Andy, and Business Manager, Clare, to get to know your teaching approach and experience

3. Document checks

Proof of qualifications, photo ID, and an enhanced DBS (we’ll guide you if needed)

4. Start tutoring

Once approved, you’ll be matched with students in Ripon and nearby areas within 1–2 weeks

Andy Gardner, Founder & Tutor Director at Up Your Grade.

Take the next step

If you’re a teacher or tutor in Ripon looking for flexible work, fair pay, and the chance to make a real difference, our Tutor Director Andy Gardner would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become a tutor in Ripon and the surrounding villages