Online Volunteer Tutor (GCSE)
OFFERED BY:
The Access ProjectLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Canopi 82 Tanner Street London SE1 3GNHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
The Access Project supports students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities.
We are looking for volunteer tutors to work with a young person aged 14-16, for one hour a week through the 2025-26 academic year.
We are looking for volunteer tutors to work with a young person aged 14-16, for one hour a week through the 2025-26 academic year.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
The Access Project supports students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities. We partner with eligible secondary schools and colleges who share our belief that students with high potential should have equitable access to higher education, regardless of their background.
We are looking for volunteer tutors to work with a young person aged 14-16, for one hour a week through the 2025-26 academic year. Tutoring sessions take place online, allowing you to volunteer at a time that works for you.
In this role, you will:
• Help a young person achieve the GCSE grades they deserve and fulfil their potential, through providing academic support in a subject of your choice.
• Build transferable skills, experience and knowledge through ongoing training and development.
• Make a lasting impact and pay forward your experience.
• Contribute to our wider mission to improve social mobility through access to higher education.
No prior teaching or tutoring experience necessary - we provide comprehensive training and support, enabling you to continually strengthen your tutoring skills.
Interested? Please complete our application form at www.theaccessproject.org.uk/apply - register now to guarantee your place on our 2025/26 programme.
By expressing your interest in this role, you agree to being contacted by The Access Project about this opportunity. We will use your details to initiate an application for this role on your behalf, and you will receive communications from The Access Project inviting you to complete this application.
If you would like to opt out of us saving your application, please send a message to dpo@theaccessproject.org.uk. You can read about how we process your data via our Privacy Notice.
We are looking for volunteer tutors to work with a young person aged 14-16, for one hour a week through the 2025-26 academic year. Tutoring sessions take place online, allowing you to volunteer at a time that works for you.
In this role, you will:
• Help a young person achieve the GCSE grades they deserve and fulfil their potential, through providing academic support in a subject of your choice.
• Build transferable skills, experience and knowledge through ongoing training and development.
• Make a lasting impact and pay forward your experience.
• Contribute to our wider mission to improve social mobility through access to higher education.
No prior teaching or tutoring experience necessary - we provide comprehensive training and support, enabling you to continually strengthen your tutoring skills.
Interested? Please complete our application form at www.theaccessproject.org.uk/apply - register now to guarantee your place on our 2025/26 programme.
By expressing your interest in this role, you agree to being contacted by The Access Project about this opportunity. We will use your details to initiate an application for this role on your behalf, and you will receive communications from The Access Project inviting you to complete this application.
If you would like to opt out of us saving your application, please send a message to dpo@theaccessproject.org.uk. You can read about how we process your data via our Privacy Notice.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
To apply, you’ll need to:
• Have or be currently studying for an undergraduate degree, Level 6 qualification, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Have studied the subject you wish to tutor, or a related subject, to A Level / Level 3 or higher.
• Be able to commit to one hour of tutoring per week, plus 30 minutes a week preparation time.
• Be prepared to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide two references (personal or professional).
• Be based in the UK for the duration of the programme (September 2025 – July 2026).
• Have or be currently studying for an undergraduate degree, Level 6 qualification, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Have studied the subject you wish to tutor, or a related subject, to A Level / Level 3 or higher.
• Be able to commit to one hour of tutoring per week, plus 30 minutes a week preparation time.
• Be prepared to undertake an enhanced DBS check and provide two references (personal or professional).
• Be based in the UK for the duration of the programme (September 2025 – July 2026).
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
Volunteers must be over 18
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
24 hours
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes