Summer School Supervisor | Oxbridge Summer Scholars (Summer, 2026)
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Job Summary
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 1419 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: Summer School Student Supervisors
We are currently seeking Student Supervisors to join our summer 2026 programmes. Its 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 1619 y.o.)
July 12 25 Cambridge (for 1619 y.o.)
July 19 August 1 Cambridge (for 14-15 and 1619 y.o.)
August 2 15 Oxford (1619 y.o.)
December 7 19 Oxford (14-15 and 1619 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
Experience working with students aged 14-18 is an advantage
If youre keen to work with high school students in a fast-paced collaborative environment then wed love to hear from you!
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Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
