Online tutor for school subjects

Parents and carers, plus older students and adult learners who prefer to learn online.

Hourly rate per session, or a discounted block of sessions. Small groups can raise what you earn per hour.

• Strong subject knowledge
• Comfortable with video calls and online tools
• Keeping pupils engaged on screen

• Enhanced DBS check: many parents expect one, check what applies to online tutoring
• Safeguarding online: agree with parents how lessons are run, and consider whether a parent should be nearby for younger pupils
• If you use a tutoring platform, check its fees and rules
• Data protection: check what you need to do if you store pupils' details
• Register as a sole trader with HMRC and keep records of income

Startup costs are typically around £50 to £400, depending on the tools and resources you choose and how you find pupils. These are estimates, so work out what you need for video lessons and teaching materials before you begin.

Monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £2,500, depending on how many pupils you teach and how many hours you work. The estimates start from about 4 hours a week. If you use a tutoring platform, check its fees and rules.

Check whether an enhanced DBS check applies to online tutoring, as many parents expect one. Also check safeguarding online, such as agreeing how lessons run with parents, data protection if you store pupils' details, and sole trader registration with HMRC.