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: Online How many places are on offer? Several
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 18 years and over
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?
We respond to all applications as soon as possible, usually within 3 days.
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