About Oxford Summer Courses

Founded by school friends and Oxford graduates, Oxford Summer Courses is part of the Summer Discovery Group. We are driven by a singular vision: to inspire and nurture independent thought through world-class education. As a certified B Corp, we are also committed to making a positive social and environmental impact.

Our students aged 9-24 explore their passions, challenge their thinking, and immerse themselves in academic traditions across multiple prestigious locations in Oxford, Cambridge and top boarding schools. We believe that education should be as unique as the student. That’s why we offer a fully tailored learning experience with no rigid syllabus. Instead, our tutors adapt each course to the specific interests and goals of the students attending.

About the role

Shape young minds by designing and teaching your own course that inspires curiosity and academic growth

We're looking for enthusiastic tutors to deliver engaging courses to small groups of 12-14-year-olds during summer 2026. You'll design and teach your own curriculum across a 1-week course, fostering a positive classroom environment where students feel challenged and supported.

Dates

Course dates between early July and mid August 2026

Pay details

From £32 to £55 per hour

Depends on subject expertise and teaching experience

Additional benefits

Enhanced DBS provided (if required)

Accommodation and travel expenses not covered

Working pattern

12 hours of lessons across 1 week

Teaching takes place on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays

3 hours preparation allowance

Reports to

Academic Coordinator

Main duties

• Design and deliver your own 1-week course: Prepare and deliver 12 interactive and engaging 1-hour lessons tailored to a class of up to twenty students aged 12-14.
• Create a supportive and stimulating classroom atmosphere: Foster a welcoming environment where students feel confident to participate, engage with challenging ideas, and learn from their peers.
• Encourage intellectual curiosity and exploration: Introduce students to thought-provoking aspects of your subject, guiding them to ask questions, think critically, and discover new interests.
• Expert classroom management: Balance academic rigour with age-appropriate engagement, maintaining a structured yet enjoyable learning environment for early adolescents.
• Write personalised reports: Compose Letters of Recommendation for your students, highlighting their engagement, developing skills, and academic potential.
• Complete mandatory training: Familiarise yourself with company procedures, logistical requirements and safeguarding through our online induction.
• Stay attentive to student welfare: Monitor attendance and remain alert to student welfare and safeguarding, reporting any concerns to help keep students safe.

About you

You're passionate about your subject and bring creativity and flexibility to lesson planning, adapting to diverse learning styles and classroom dynamics. You're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and can succeed, and you maintain a strong awareness of safeguarding to ensure a safe and supportive learning space for all young people.

Essential

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
• Experience teaching or working with young people in an academic setting.
• Interactive, engaging, and inclusive teaching practice.
• Friendly and professional communications with students and staff.
• Right to work in the UK (we cannot sponsor work visas for this role).

Desirable

• Experience working with international students and non-native speakers.
• Experience working in academic summer schools.
• Experience designing your own syllabi and lesson plans.
• Working toward or already possess a PGCE or other teaching qualification.

Oxford Summer Courses is committed to safeguarding and protecting children. All staff undergo enhanced DBS checks, and references are requested and, where appropriate, validated. Only successful applicants will be contacted. This advert does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Candidates are assessed solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the role. Reasonable adjustment requests, including accessible documents or interview modifications, are welcomed and should be communicated to the recruitment team.