James

I’m a friendly, results-driven maths tutor helping KS3, GCSE, Functional Skills and adult learners build confidence and hit their target grades. I teach mostly AQA and Edexcel (Foundation & Higher) and have experience with other boards. Since 2018 I’ve supported learners of all abilities - from anxious students who need steady confidence-building to adults returning to study. Recent wins include moving a GCSE student from a Grade 5 to 7 so they could progress to A-Level Maths.

I hold an enhanced DBS and a BA (PPE, Warwick), MA (Leadership in Learning, Manchester) and PGCE/QTS in Mathematics (Manchester). I’ve taught in secondary schools including Darwen Aldridge Community Academy and The Elton High School. Lessons are online or in-person (Bolton, Bury, Salford), using a visualiser, targeted practice packs and past-paper booklets. Expect clear explanations, lots of guided practice, and smart exam technique.

Availability: I teach evenings and weekends during term-time, with added holiday availability for mock and exam prep. In-person: Bolton, Bury, Salford. Online: UK-wide. I also run intensive bootcamps (revision blocks or topic fixes) on request. Current diary opens rolling 4–6 weeks ahead; message for next openings or to join the waitlist.

Willing to travel: 8 miles

Experience: Tutoring since 2018: KS3, GCSE (AQA/Edexcel, Foundation & Higher), Functional Skills, adult learners

School experience: Darwen Aldridge Community Academy; The Elton High School (2017–2022)

Track record: typical gains 1–2 grades in a term; recent 5-7 enabling A-Level entry

Teaching approach: Diagnostic assessment to find gaps; step-by-step modelling & worked examples; retrieval practice to secure methods; exam-technique coaching (timing, command words, “six-marker” structure); calm, confidence-first environment for anxious learners

Specialisms: algebra & non-calculator fluency, problem-solving, six-mark questions

Lesson format & tools: visualiser, shared online whiteboard, bespoke homework packs, past-paper sets

Availability: evenings & weekends, term-time and holidays; intensives/bootcamps on request

Location: in-person (Bolton, Bury, Salford) and online nationwide

DBS Check: Yes