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 passionate Tutors to lead hands-on, high-energy courses for curious 11–12-year-olds during Summer 2026. You’ll have the creative freedom to design and teach your own curriculum—whether it’s game design, robotics, creative coding, or AI—over a dynamic 1-week programme. Your mission? Transform the classroom into a high-tech playground where students don't just use technology, they build it.

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 11-12 years old.
• Create an enthusiastic and supportive classroom atmosphere: Foster a fun, welcoming environment where students feel excited to participate, ask questions, and share their ideas.
• Spark curiosity and a love of learning: Introduce students to fascinating aspects of your subject through hands-on activities, discussions, and educational games.
• Expert classroom management: Guide a lively group of young learners with patience and energy, keeping students engaged and ensuring excellent behaviour.
• Write personalised reports: Compose Letters of Recommendation for your students, highlighting their participation, interests, and development during the course.
• 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 children aged 11-12 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.

The pay range for this role is:
32 - 55 GBP per hour(Harrow, United Kingdom)