Student Tutoring Scheme

What is the Student Tutoring Scheme?

The Student Tutoring Scheme involves University of Huddersfield students undertaking a voluntary placement at a local primary, secondary or special school. Placements are arranged in the local area although students who live further afield are given the option of finding their own placement.

Student tutors attend their allocated school for 10 half-day sessions or the equivalent period by mutual agreement.

What do Student Tutors do?

Students act as classroom assistants, helping and supporting teachers during class time.

Why get involved?

The scheme is extremely valuable for all concerned:

Schools:

• Receive an extra pair of hands with new ideas brought to the classroom.
• The school's students can learn about University life.
• The aspirations of school students are raised.

Student Tutors:

• Have the opportunity to develop key skills and improve existing ones.
• Are provided with the opportunity to perform a valuable role within the community.
• Gain invaluable work experience to add to their CV and improve their chances of obtaining a PGCE place.

Information for prospective students

Upon successful completion of placement (minimum of 10 half-days) student tutors receive a certificate to confirm participation.

Further information?

For more information about the Student Tutoring Scheme or to request a leaflet about any of our student participation schemes, please email Amanda Kenningley, Student Tutoring Scheme Co-ordinator, or alternatively you can download the application form here:

• Tutor role profile
• Student participation schemes application form

Please note, you will be contacted nearer the time regarding your application.

Important Dates:

Closing date: 1st October 2010

Interview dates: 11th, 12th or 13th October 2010

Training Date: 2nd November or 3rd November 2010

Our student tutors are carefully selected through interview, trained in child protection issues and CRB checked. You will be asked to complete an enhanced CRB form before you can begin the scheme. CRB disclosure forms will be reviewed on a case by case basis, but it is very unlikely you will be permitted to work as a tutor if you have police records of violent acts or incidents relating to children/young people.

• Wednesday 15 June 2011, 9.30am - 3.30pm
• Saturday 17 September 2011, 9.30am - 3.30pm
• Wednesday 26 October 2011, 9.30am - 3.30pm
• Thursday 27 October 2011, 9.30am - 3.30pm