Dr Simon Goodson

About

Hello! I`m Simon, and experienced and accomplished tutor in maths and the sciences (biology, chemistry and physics). I hold a PhD in structural biophysics/biochemistry, plus I have an honours degree in biochemistry and a masters in clinical chemistry. I also have eighteen years of experience working in clinical biochemistry laboratories within the NHS. This encompassed various roles and duties, including producing analytical results to help diagnose and manage patients, troubleshooting and problem-solving, discussion of patients with clinical staff, management and supervision of laboratory staff and research and development work. More recently, I also have considerable experience working in the pharmaceutical industry as a scientist.

I have over six years` experience working as a self-employed tutor in the sciences and maths at all levels. I have a track record of inspiring my students in the subjects I tutor, consistently helping them to much better understand these subjects and achieve or exceed their hopes and expectations. I have numerous happy clients who would testify to this!

My approach is understanding students and establishing a rapport with students, which I tend to do quite easily. Obviously, different students have different abilities, personalities, strengths and weaknesses. Therefore I offer a bespoke service and tutorials are carried out in a relaxed atmosphere, where I will involve students in the session rather than just talking at them, giving friendly encouragement throughout. I also make extensive and effective use of various illustrative material and exercises (including past and mock exam papers, for those preparing for upcoming exams). I have a demonstrable track record of helping students achieve their full potential at all levels at in the subjects I tutor. I have had some wonderful feedback, of which I am very proud - see my links under the links tab - and most of my work in recent years has been from recommendations and word-of-mouth, which I think speaks for itself.

I LOVE tutoring, both because of some of the lovely people I meet along the way, and due to the fact that I demonstrably make a difference.

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