Oxbridge Graduate Academic Mentor

The Role

As an Academic Mentor, you will play a pivotal role in stretching, challenging, and inspiring some of the school’s most able students. You will work both independently and alongside experienced teaching staff to deliver high-impact academic support.

• Delivering 1:1 and small group mentoring sessions for high-attaining students across KS4 and KS5.
• Supporting students with Oxbridge and competitive university applications, including personal statements, admissions tests, and interview preparation.
• Designing and leading super-curricular and enrichment sessions within your subject specialism.
• Running academic workshops, seminars, and discussion groups to deepen subject knowledge beyond the curriculum.
• Assisting with extension work for gifted and talented pupils.
• Supporting classroom teaching where appropriate, particularly with top sets.
• Contributing to the school’s wider academic enrichment programme (e.g. societies, competitions, lecture series).
• Tracking student progress and providing targeted academic guidance.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking exceptional candidates who:

• Hold a degree from the University of Oxford or University of Cambridge (2:1 or above).
• Possess outstanding subject knowledge and academic depth.
• Have a strong interest in education, mentoring, or academia.
• Demonstrate the ability to inspire, challenge, and engage high-achieving students.
• Have excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Are highly organised, proactive, and intellectually curious.
• Have prior experience in tutoring, mentoring, or working with young people (highly desirable but not essential).

Why Join This School?

• An Outstanding secondary school with a national reputation for academic excellence.
• A highly motivated and high-achieving student cohort.
• A culture that values scholarship, curiosity, and intellectual rigour.
• Opportunities to collaborate with exceptional teachers and academic leaders.
• Extensive experience supporting Oxbridge and top university pathways.
• Access to high-quality professional development and mentoring.
• Clear progression routes into teaching, academia, or leadership within education.

Apply Now

If you are an Oxbridge graduate looking to make a meaningful impact while gaining elite-level experience in education, this is an exceptional opportunity.

Apply today through KPI Education to be considered for this prestigious Academic Mentor role in Central London.