How to Create Your Profile

Your tutor profile is the first impression families will have of you.
 A strong, well-written profile will significantly increase your chances of being contacted and booked.

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Follow the steps below to create a professional, high-quality profile:

 

1. Name - Enter your full name as you would like it to appear to parents. This should be clear and professional (no nicknames).


 

2. Upload a Profile Photo - Your photo is one of the most important parts of your profile.

✔ Use a clear, high-quality image


✔ Choose a professional but friendly photo


✔ Ensure your face is clearly visible


✔ Dress appropriately (smart casual or professional)

❌ Selfies

❌ Group photos

❌ Poor lighting or blurry images

 

Tutors with strong profile photos are significantly more likely to be contacted.


 

3. Bio Headline (2–3 sentences) - This is your hook, it is the first thing parents will read. Use 2–3 short sentences to:

• Explain what you offer

• Highlight your experience or specialism

• Show how you help students succeed

 

Keep it concise, clear, and focused on outcomes.


 

4. Full Bio  - This is where you build trust and convince parents to choose you. Your bio should be detailed, structured, and easy to read.Include the following:

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Experience & Qualifications

• Your teaching background

• Subjects and levels you specialise in

• Relevant qualifications

Teaching Style

• How you approach lessons

• How you adapt to different students

• Whether you focus on confidence, exam prep, fundamentals, etc

What You Help Students Achieve

• Improved grades

• Exam success

• Confidence building

• Long-term understanding

Your Approach

• Personalised lessons

• Structured plans

• Use of resources or techniques


 

Tips for a Strong Bio

✔ Write in full sentences


✔ Keep paragraphs short and readable


✔ Focus on the student (not just yourself)


✔ Be clear and confident

❌ Avoid one short paragraph

❌ Listing qualifications only

❌ Being too vague (“I help students do better”)

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Example High-Quality Bio

Use this as a guide for structure and tone:

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Bio Headline:
Experienced GCSE Maths and Science tutor helping students improve confidence, master key concepts, and achieve higher grades. I specialise in structured exam preparation and personalised support tailored to each student’s needs.

Full Bio:
I am an experienced tutor specialising in GCSE Maths and Science, with a strong track record of helping students improve both their understanding and exam performance. I have worked with a wide range of students, from those needing support with core concepts to those aiming for top grades.

My approach is structured, supportive, and tailored to each individual student. I begin by identifying areas of strength and weakness, then build a clear learning plan to target gaps in knowledge while reinforcing key skills. I place a strong emphasis on building confidence, as this is often the key to unlocking a student’s full potential.

Lessons are interactive and focused, combining clear explanations with exam-style practice to ensure students are fully prepared. I also provide guidance on exam technique, helping students approach questions strategically and manage their time effectively.

I am passionate about helping students not only improve their grades but also develop a deeper understanding of the subject. My goal is to create a positive learning environment where students feel supported, motivated, and confident in their abilities.

 

5. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) - Select whether you have a current DBS certificate. If you select “Yes” you must be willing to provide this to parents upon request.

Tutors with a DBS are more likely to be chosen by families. If you do not currently have a DBS, The CEC will be offering support for this in the summer


 

6. Contact Details - Provide your email address and telephone number. These allow parents to ask questions
 and discuss their child’s needs.

Important: 
If you are on the Growth Plan, lessons should be booked through the platform (not arranged externally)

 

7. Subjects & Levels - Select all subjects and levels you are confident teaching. Only select areas where you can deliver high-quality teaching.


 

8. Lesson Rate - Enter your lesson price as a whole number only, e.g example: 40
.  Do not include: £, decimals, or text.

 

Your price should reflect your experience and level. There is no single, correct price for tutoring. Your rate should reflect your experience and qualifications, the level you teach (Primary, GCSE, A Level), your subject demand, and the results you deliver.

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You can choose how much you charge, but be aware that if you are charging outside of the average, you may struggle to get students. Below is an indicator of current market prices for tutors based on their experience level:

 

Undergraduate / Student Tutors - £20 – £35 per hour

This may be you if you are studying a relevant degree and have limited teaching experience.

 

Graduate / Early Career Tutors -  £30 – £45 per hour

This may be you if you have a degree in your subject and have some tutoring experience

 

Qualified Teachers - £40 – £65 per hour

This may be you if you have classroom experience and understand exam boards and marking criteria

 

Experienced / Specialist Tutors - £50 – £80+ per hour

This may be you suitable if you have proven results (grade improvements, exam success) and specialise in GCSE/A Level exam prep, teach high-demand subjects (Maths, Science)

 

Premium / Niche Specialists - £70 – £100+ per hour

Examples: A Level Further Maths, Oxbridge prep

 

9. Calendly Link - Add your Calendly booking link. This must begin with:
https://www.calendly.com/your-name. This allows parents to view your availability and schedule lessons. If you have not set this up yet please create your Calendly account first, then return to complete your profile.

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