Job Description
Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor
Secondary School based in Kingston, London • Salary £500 - £600 per week • September 2025 start • Interviewing Immediately
Have you recently graduated from Oxford, Cambridge, or another top-tier university, and now want to apply your academic excellence in a meaningful, real-world context?
Are you driven by intellectual curiosity and eager to inspire bright, ambitious students through mentorship and academic support?
Do you see education as a force for good — relishing in any opportunity to bring your deep subject knowledge into an environment where academic ambition is nurtured and celebrated?
Step beyond the lecture theatre and apply your advanced knowledge to shape the future of education. As an Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentorin Kingston, you will support academic excellence and motivate young learners, all while developing practical teaching experience that will set you apart in your professional journey.
Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor: Person Specification
* Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor – Ideal candidate will be a graduate in ANY subject area from Oxford, Cambridge or another top-tier university (Must have been graded 2:2 or higher in degree)
* As a Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor you should: Have some experience working with young people in some capacity is desirable but not essential
* Strong traits of mentorship – proven through a guiding and confident personality or previous relevant experience
* Clear vision for success alongside high expectations and standards
Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor: Role Specification
This modern, co-educational secondary and sixth-form academy is situated in Kingston upon Thames, south-west London, with excellent transport links. Established in 2015, it serves around 640 pupils aged 11–19 and offers a knowledge-rich curriculum alongside strong pastoral support.
Following a £15 million regeneration project, the school features state-of-the-art facilities including a sports hall, dance studio, lecture theatre and fully equipped science labs. With a strong focus on academic excellence, enrichment, and personal development, it provides a supportive and forward-thinking environment where staff can thrive and make a lasting impact on young people's futures.
As a Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor, you will:
* Provide both 1-1 and small group intervention sessions to learners across KS3, 4 & 5 within your subject specialisms
* Coach students with Oxbridge applications to ensure success and confidence
* Build meaningful relationships with students that will positively influence their school experience
* Be present in lessons to aid learning outcomes set by the teacher
* Enjoy the opportunity to plan your own tutoring sessions aimed at deepening understandings with a range of learners
* Weekly training opportunities showing you the proper educational practice and strengthening your skillset
* This Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor role is full-time. You will follow the school week, working Monday-Friday; 8:30am to 4:00pm daily during term-time.
Has this Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor opportunity piqued your interest? Would you like to learn more about it?
Share your CV with us at KPi Education by clicking ‘Apply' today – we look forward to hearing from you.
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