How to set up a Websta profile as a tutor or teacher in the United Kingdom

What to put on your profile page

Your Websta profile works as a simple website. Start with a clear description of what you teach or tutor - the subjects, age groups or proficiency levels you work with. If you teach GCSE maths, A-level chemistry, English as a second language to adults, or piano to young learners, say so. People search by subject and location, so be specific.

Add a photo of yourself. Most people want to see who they are hiring. The photo should be clear and professional - it does not need to be formal, but it should look like you.

List your services with a short description of each. If you offer one-to-one lessons, group classes, online tutoring, exam preparation, or homework help, create separate service entries. This helps people find the right option for them.

Your qualifications and experience matter. Write down your relevant degrees, teaching qualifications, years of experience, or any specialist training. If you are a qualified teacher with QTS, say so. If you have a degree in the subject you teach, mention it.

Add photos of your workspace if relevant - a classroom, studio, or the setting where you work. This gives people confidence.

How people in the UK search for tutors and teachers

In the United Kingdom, people look for tutors and teachers through the Websta marketplace by subject and place. They search for services like 'maths tuition', 'English tutor', 'piano lessons', or 'GCSE chemistry' and their postcode or town. The platform shows providers in their area.

Some people post a task or request in the marketplace - for example, 'Looking for a GCSE maths tutor for my daughter in Manchester' - and providers can make offers. Others browse profiles directly to find someone who matches what they need.

People often look for tutors when they need exam preparation, help with a specific subject, or lessons in a skill like music or languages. They check your profile to see what you teach, whether you have experience with their need, and how to get in touch.

Booking and contact options on your profile

Your Websta profile can include both online booking and quote request options. Online booking works well if you have standard lesson lengths and regular availability - parents can book a one-hour lesson or a block of lessons directly. Quote requests are useful if your fees or availability vary by student or situation.

Include your contact details and a contact form on your profile so people can ask questions before booking. Some tutors use messaging through the platform; others prefer email or phone.

If you teach online, say where - Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, or another platform. If you teach in-person, mention whether you travel to students or they come to you.

Languages for your profile

In the United Kingdom, publish your profile in English. If you teach languages - French, Spanish, Mandarin - mention this in your service descriptions, but write your profile itself in English so local people can find and understand you.

If you teach English as a second language to speakers of other languages, you can mention the languages you work with in your service list.

What to arrange as an independent tutor or teacher

As an independent provider in the United Kingdom, you need a bank account to receive payments. Websta uses Stripe for card payments, which pays your earnings directly to your bank account. You set your own prices.

Check with your local authority or professional body about any requirements for your type of teaching. If you work with children or young people, you may need Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance - verify this with your local council or the organisation you are working for. Different rules apply in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, so check what applies where you work.

You should also check whether you need public liability insurance, particularly if you teach in people's homes or hire a studio space. Many tutors and teachers have this cover.

Keep basic records of the work you do, the people you work with, and any money you earn, as you may need to report this for tax purposes. Speak to a tax advisor or HM Revenue and Customs if you are unsure.

If you are registered as a sole trader, you may already have a presence in public business registers. On Websta, you can claim such a profile or request that it be removed.

What to write in the first hour

Do not try to perfect everything at once. In your first session, write your main description - what you teach, who you teach, and your qualifications. This is what people read first.

Add at least one service entry with a description. For example: 'GCSE maths tuition - one-to-one lessons for students aged 14-16 preparing for GCSEs' or 'Piano lessons for beginners and intermediate players, all ages'.

Upload a photo of yourself. It does not need to be professional or expensive.

Write a sentence or two about your experience - years teaching, qualifications, any specialisms.

Add your contact details or enable the contact form.

You can add more services, photos of your workspace, and more detailed information later. A clear, honest profile is better than a complete one that takes weeks to finish.