Sixth Form Tutor

RIBBONS AND REEVES; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ribbons & Reeves in Cambridge is seeking a bright Sixth Form Mentor who has graduated from a top university and is keen to pursue teaching or Educational Psychology. You will work with Year 12 and Year 13 students, providing academic, pastoral and wellbeing support; guiding UCAS applications, personal statements and apprenticeships; and encouraging high aspirations for entry to top universities.

This role offers valuable classroom experience and a clear pathway into teacher training, with

Qualifications

• Graduate with strong communication skills and passion for education.
• Experience mentoring or supporting students is beneficial.
• Ambition to pursue teacher training or Educational Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Mentor Year 12 and Year 13 students with academic and pastoral support.
• Support attendance, engagement and behaviour through targeted interventions and mentoring.
• Guide students through UCAS applications, personal statements and CV writing.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Education

Russell Group university

Job description

Sixth Form Mentor | Cambridge | September 2026

Are you a Russell Group graduate aspiring to pursue a career in teaching or Educational Psychology? Are you passionate about supporting ambitious Sixth Form students and helping them achieve their full potential? This exciting Sixth Form Mentor opportunity in Cambridge offers the chance to gain valuable classroom experience within a high-achieving secondary school.

As a Sixth Form Mentor, you will work closely with Year 12 and Year 13 students, providing tailored academic and pastoral support to help them overcome challenges and succeed. You will play a key role in motivating and inspiring students to achieve excellent outcomes, while supporting them as they make important decisions about their future education and careers.

Sixth Form Mentor - Key Responsibilities:

• Mentor Sixth Form students, providing academic, pastoral and wellbeing support.
• Support attendance, engagement and behaviour through targeted interventions and one-to-one mentoring.
• Guide students through UCAS applications, personal statements, CV writing, apprenticeships and university applications.
• Encourage high aspirations and support students in securing places at leading universities and competitive destinations.
• Coordinate careers events, university visits, enrichment opportunities and work experience.
• Work alongside teachers, families and external agencies to maximise student progress and wellbeing.
• Maintain safeguarding records and contribute to the wider Sixth Form pastoral team.

The successful Sixth Form Mentor will be a high-achieving graduate, ideally from a Russell Group university, with outstanding communication skills and a genuine passion for education. This Sixth Form Mentor role is perfect for graduates looking to gain invaluable experience before progressing into teacher training or Educational Psychology.

Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Sixth Form Mentor in Cambridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Sixth Form Mentor role.

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