Lead Tutor - Social Sciences & Humanities (Full Time)
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Designing and delivering impactful, student-centred tutorials in disciplines such as History, Politics, Sociology, Philosophy, Anthropology, and related fields.
- Providing tailored guidance on university admissions processes, with a particular focus on competitive programmes at Oxford and Cambridge.
- Supporting students through each stage of their application journey—drafting personal statements, preparing for written assessments, and conducting interview training.
- Leading and mentoring a team of subject tutors to uphold Blue Education’s standard of excellence and collaborative ethos.
- Assisting in the development and refinement of teaching resources, enrichment materials, and admissions preparation content.
- Collaborating with the wider team to review and enhance pedagogical approaches and student support strategies.
- Engaging in marketing, outreach, and academic engagement initiatives to promote our offerings and grow our student base.
- Monitoring student progress through feedback and performance reviews, and providing targeted interventions to enhance academic outcomes.
- Keeping abreast of developments in higher education, especially trends in admissions criteria and curriculum changes for top-tier universities in the UK and internationally.
- Building strong relationships with students, families, and partner institutions to ensure a supportive and effective learning environment.
- Contributing to a company culture that values intellectual curiosity, diversity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
- A first-class undergraduate degree in a relevant Social Sciences or Humanities subject from Oxford or Cambridge (a postgraduate qualification is highly desirable).
- Deep understanding of the Oxbridge admissions landscape, with proven success in supporting applicants to competitive university programmes.
- Expertise in one or more of the following subjects at A-level, IB, or equivalent: History, Politics, Philosophy, Sociology, Anthropology, English Literature, or Classics.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with students of varied backgrounds and abilities.
- Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple students and deadlines with professionalism.
- Prior experience in educational leadership, team management, or curriculum design is an advantage.
- Commitment to educational equity, integrity, and high ethical standards.• Competence with digital platforms and tools for online tutoring and collaboration.
- A competitive salary, performance bonuses, and equity options in a growing educational enterprise.
- Regular opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement.
- A dynamic, intellectually engaging environment with a collaborative and supportive team.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and pension scheme.
- Opportunities to work with international students and travel as part of our global operations.
- The chance to make a transformative impact on students' academic and personal development.