Job Description

About Oxbridge Summer Scholars

Oxbridge Summer Scholars (OSS) is a selective residential academic programme held at the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge. We welcome high-achieving students aged 14–19 from around the world for an immersive two-week experience that mirrors the academic rigour and tutorial system of an Oxbridge education. Our faculty includes university lecturers, postgraduate researchers, and subject specialists who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of scholars.

The Oxbridge Summer Scholars (OSS) team is seeking Student Supervisors to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the wellbeing of our students and successful delivery of our summer programmes. If you possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have a passion for education, we invite you to apply.

Job Description: Senior Summer School Student Supervisors

We are currently seeking Student Supervisors to join our summer 2026 programmes. It's a full-time position, including working weekends/ bank holidays and in the evenings. We are running four programmes this summer (and one this winter).

• July 5 – 18, Cambridge (for 16–19 y.o.)
• July 12 – 25, Cambridge (for 16–19 y.o.)
• July 19 – August 1, Cambridge (for 14-15 and 16–19 y.o.)
• August 2 – 15, Oxford (16–19 y.o.)
• December 7 – 19, Oxford (14-15 and 16–19 y.o.)

Key Responsibilities:

• On-the-ground safeguarding of students and managing student behaviour and well-being
• Residing in college for the duration of the programme plus an additional preparation day
• Dining in college alongside students and staff
• Assisting students’ arrivals and departures; show them to their rooms, help them settle in
• Reporting student attendance from each session
• Being on call to assist the Programme Manager and/or the Academic Director with admin/ other tasks as directed, to ensure the programme runs smoothly (e.g. print materials for tutors; run purchasing errands)
• Planning, preparing and running timetabled evening activities (with guidance from Programme Manager)
• Monitoring student whereabouts and curfew at 10pm each evening
• Staffing weekend excursions for students (with guidance from Programme Manager)
• Handling situations such as student illness, travel issues, and other unexpected matters.
• Accompanying students to hospital or medical centre if required
• Reporting any concerns to the Programme Manager and/or the Academic Director
• Capturing daily photo/video content that can be used for our social media
• Contributing to a 24 hour emergency contact rota for student support

Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently are essential
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for this) is essential
• Prior in-person experience working with students aged 14–18 (5+ years)

If you're keen to work with high school students in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, then we'd love to hear from you!

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