Tutors

For Tutors

 

South Devon Tutors is a professional platform created to support tutors working across South Devon — whether you tutor full time or alongside other roles.

 

We provide a trusted directory for parents, alongside a growing community designed to promote high standards, collaboration and transparency within tutoring.

 

Why join South Devon Tutors?

 

Tutoring can often feel isolating. South Devon Tutors exists to bring local educators together while helping families find reliable, high-quality support.

 

By joining the directory, tutors benefit from:

• Increased visibility with local families

• A professional online profile

• Clear presentation of qualifications and experience

• Opportunity to apply for verified status

• Access to a supportive tutor community

• Direct enquiries from parents — no commission

 

Independent and tutor-led

 

South Devon Tutors is not an agency.

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• You remain fully self-employed

• You set your own rates and availability

• Parents contact you directly

• We do not manage lessons or payments

 

Our role is to provide visibility, trust and professional standards — not control.

 

Porter Education Verified

 

Tutors may choose to apply for Porter Education Verified status.

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Verification may include:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) confirmation

• Enhanced DBS verification - we can process new DBS certification for you

• Safeguarding awareness - we can provide Safeguarding courses for you

• Identity checks

• Direct vetting by Porter Education Limited

 

Verified tutors are clearly identified on the directory, helping families make informed choices.

 

Who can apply?

 

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified teachers (QTS)

• Experienced subject specialists

• SEND and specialist tutors

• Primary and secondary tutors

• GCSE and 11+ tutors

• Online and in-person tutors

 

We are particularly interested in tutors who value professionalism, safeguarding and student wellbeing.

 

Tutor Hub community

 

All tutors are welcome to join our South Devon Tutors – Tutor Hub Facebook group.

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The hub provides a space to:

• Share ideas and resources

• Ask questions and seek advice

• Discuss safeguarding and best practice

• Connect with other local tutors

• Share opportunities and CPD

 

Community, collaboration and support sit at the heart of what we do.

 

About South Devon Tutors

 

South Devon Tutors operates as a trading name of Porter Education Limited, founded by Nigel Porter, a qualified teacher (QTS) with a Master’s degree in Education and extensive experience across schools, local authority provision and private tutoring.

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The platform builds on the established reputation of Mr Porter Tutoring, supporting high-quality tutoring across the region.

 

Apply to join the directory

 

If you would like to be listed on the South Devon Tutors directory, please complete the initial enquiry form below.

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All applications are reviewed to ensure clarity, quality and safeguarding standards.

 

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