A Level Group Tutor (Various Subjects)

Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the time employment
commences 
Interview Date: May – July 
Start Date: Between September and November depending on student demand for tuition
subject 

We are actively looking for tutors in the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry,
Economics, English, Geography, History, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Politics,
Psychology, Sociology and Spanish. 

About the Role
Are you an experienced A level tutor? Can you support under-resourced young people to
reach their full academic potential?
We are looking for passionate and qualified A level tutors to deliver high quality group tuition
to our cohort of almost 1,000 students. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced tutors
with a love of learning to help bright students overcome barriers to academic achievement.
Tutorials are delivered online to groups of up to 4 students via our bespoke online learning
platform.
Tutorials generally take place between the hours of 3pm and 8pm on weekday evenings,
with flexibility around the schedules of our tutors and students.

We are running a series of Candidate Coffee Chats across April and May. Come along if
you would like to learn more about the role and organisation, meet the team or ask any
questions. These will be taking place on: 
 Wednesday 23rd April at 12-12.30pm / 5-5.30pm 
 Tuesday 20th May at 12-12.30pm / 5-5.30pm
Please book your space through this link. (Non-coffee drinkers are of course very
welcome!)  

About the Organisation 
We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential and
make the most of their education. We are passionate about reducing the educational barriers

our students face, helping them to pursue a career in their chosen field and follow their
dreams.  
Our mission is to support students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top
universities, through a unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring. We work with
them to make good applications, get the grades and transition to university.  
The programme combats educational inequality and improves social mobility by raising
students’ grades and supporting them to understand the pathway to a top university.
Students who receive support from our programme are 50% more likely to attend top
universities as statistically similar students, according to UCAS.  
 
Role Responsibilities
 Lead weekly hour-long tutorials with your tutor group(s), via The Access Project’s
online learning platform 
 Responsively plan and deliver stimulating, high quality tuition in line with our Quality
Assurance Framework
 Effectively monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback when requested
 Complete weekly attendance forms, supply monthly invoices, and complete other
administrative duties as required
 Participate in our observation and feedback process, taking advantage of continuous
professional development opportunities
 Follow The Access Project’s safeguarding policies, supporting the wellbeing of your
students at all times
Person Specification
 At least two years A level teaching and/or tutoring experience 
 Positive, engaging and flexible teaching style
 Familiarity with and strong knowledge of relevant exam boards and specifications
 Evidence of ability to tutor one or more of the following subjects to A level standard:
Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English, Geography, History, Maths, Further Maths,
Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology and Spanish 
 Ability to commit to weekly hour-long tutorials at the same time each week over the
academic year
 UK based, with the right to work in the UK
 Passionate about The Access Project’s mission

Safeguarding Statement 

The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 
Why Work at The Access Project?
People who work at The Access Project are motivated by the desire to create a fairer
society. We all play an active part in achieving the mission to help students from under-
resourced backgrounds access top universities. 
We engaged with staff across our organisation and co-created the Equality, Diversity and
Inclusion vision and strategic objectives. Our work on this is ongoing to ensure The Access
Project can foster an equitable place to work.  
We value every individual who works at The Access Project, and we have a wide range of
benefits that make this a rewarding place to work. In our last staff engagement survey, 90%
said they are proud to tell people they work at The Access Project.  
 
Our Values 
Empowerment 
We support students and our people to develop the skills and knowledge to accomplish their
goals. 
Courage 
We encourage our students and our people to be authentic, innovative, and ambitious in
order to reach their full potential and deliver our mission. 
Impact 
We evolve our programmes through an evidence-led approach, supporting our students to
achieve their best outcomes. 
Inclusion 
We respect and value individuality and engage diverse voices to achieve our mission. 
Ownership 
We hold ourselves accountable in all our actions and efforts. We ask, “What can I do to
improve my results?” 

For more information and how to apply please click here
   
Equal Opportunities Statement 
The Access Project aspires to represent the diversity of communities across the UK at all
levels of the organisation and proactively takes steps to support this. We are committed to
creating a culture where the experiences and voices of people from marginalised
backgrounds are listened to and valued; where their skills are appreciated; and where their
talents are nurtured and encouraged.
The Access Project is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from
people from all backgrounds. If you believe you have most of the skills to fulfil the role we
encourage you to apply. Amongst staff at our organization, there is under-representation of
people who are Black, Asian or people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled, care-experienced, from low socio-economic backgrounds, and who are LGBTQIA+. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience in reference to our
mission.
We are proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable
adjustments please contact us. 
 
Disclosure of a Criminal Record 
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 applies to
posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment that
involves working with children and young people must disclose anything listed in their
criminal record, with the exception of protected cautions and convictions. All Disclosures are
carried out in the strictest confidence and are made only in connection with your application
for employment and for no other purpose. The application for a DBS check at a level
appropriate to the job role will be activated before your first day of work. Members of staff
who are not eligible for a standard or enhanced DBS check are required to undertake a
basic DBS check only in line with legal requirements. If you are selected for appointment to
the role, you will be subject to this procedure. 
 
Present or Most Recent Employment 
It is important to give full information, including the organisation you work in, or most recent
employment if not currently working, full dates, address, and explanation of any gaps in
employment. 
 
References 
All appointments are subject to verification of employment and suitability of the candidate for
the post applied for. We reserve the right to approach any previous employer for a reference
and to verify their identity but will request your permission before doing so. If you have
experience of working with children, please include this as one of your references. 
 
Education, Qualifications and Training
 Ensure you give all the information requested, including dates, establishment where
you studied and make clear the level of any examinations e.g., GCSE, GCE ‘O’ Level
or ‘A’ Level or equivalents etc. and the grades you obtained. Also include any skills
training you have had. You will be required to produce original documentary evidence
of any qualifications relevant to the job, and these will be detailed on the person
specification
  Proof of qualification is required before the appointment is confirmed
Contact Information 
Please direct any queries to our email via grouptuition@theaccessproject.org.uk.

For further information about The Access Project, please see our
website www.theaccessproject.org.uk or contact The Access Project on 020 4513 5999.