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Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor, EdEx – Education Recruitment
Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor
Location: Tower Hamlets Rate: £110–£120 per day Start Date: September 2026 Role: Secondary School
Are you an Oxbridge graduate with the academic ability, confidence and drive to inspire future generations?
About the Role
A fantastically ambitious secondary school in Tower Hamlets is recruiting exceptional Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentors to begin in September 2026. Ideal for graduates passionate about education, social mobility, and considering a teaching career, this full-time role offers unparalleled experience and support.
Responsibilities
As an Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor, you will:
- Support pupils across KS3, KS4, and KS5 in your specialist subject (e.g., English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Geography, History, Religious Education, Psychology, Economics, Computer Science, Modern Foreign Languages)
- Deliver small-group and 1:1 academic interventions
- Assist teachers during lessons, focusing on GCSE and A Level support
- Help stretch high-achieving students and support those below target
- Build students' confidence, motivation, and independence through academic activities
- Provide university preparation, including guidance on Russell Group and Oxbridge applications (personal statements, academic enrichment)
- Collaborate with subject leaders, teachers, and pastoral teams
- Gain actionable teacher training experience for future certification
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Why Join This School?
This isn’t standard classroom assistance—you’ll thrive in a structured, aspirational tuition-focused environment. The school prioritises:
- Academic excellence
- Strong pastoral care
- Social mobility and universal further education support
- A diverse, motivated student body eager for progression
Unlimited additional benefits: ✔ Easily transition into Supported Salaried Teacher Training from September 2027 upon Success achieved during the year ✔ First-hand UK curriculum experience for applicants considering teaching ✔ Support with GCSE, A Level, university enrolment guidance
What We Offer You
A full 12-month curriculum engagement from September 2026 to July 2027, including:
- £110–£120 per day (daily rates throughout terms)
- Full-term, Monday-Friday commitment
- Extensive CPD for aspiring educators
- Confidence-building school experience in high-needs regions
- Supervised pastoral/honours tuition for those aiming ahead
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Candidate Requirements
Exceptional candidates must meet:
- Degree: 2:1 or First-Class from Oxford or Cambridge
- Academic strength (GCSE & A-Level): At least grades A-B (or equivalent) in core subjects
- Must: Demonstrate enthusiasm for education, social mobility, and working in challenging inner-city schools
- Personal qualities: Proactive communication, strong subject knowledge (preference on listed specialisms), dedication to youth support, and auditorial ability
- Pedagogical vision and go-getter attitude essential
Note: Application priority for candidates with eyesight/earspeak/typing skills to coach secondary-level students.
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