Winter School Supervisor | Residential | Oxford (Dec 6-19, 2026)

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 OSS team is seeking Student Supervisors for our December programme in Oxford. This role is pivotal in ensuring the wellbeing of our students and the successful delivery of the programme. If you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a passion for education, we invite you to apply.

Job Description
This is a full-time, residential position based in an Oxford college, including weekends and evenings.

- Programme dates: December 6–19, 2026 (ages 14–15 and 16–19)
- Supervisors must arrive on Saturday, December 5, for a preparation day before students arrive
- Accommodation is provided in college for the duration of the role
- Meals: full board on weekdays, half board at weekends

Key Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Level 1 training is essential
- An Enhanced DBS check is essential
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential
- Self-motivation and the ability to work independently are essential
- Experience working with students aged 14–19 is an advantage

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

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