Sixth Form Tutor, RIBBONS AND REEVES

Guardian Jobs; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Jobs in Cambridge is seeking a high-achieving graduate to join us as a Sixth Form Mentor, supporting Year 12 and 13 students with academic and pastoral guidance to help them reach their potential. You will collaborate with teachers, families and external partners, guide UCAS applications and personal statements, coordinate events, and help pupils navigate future education and careers.

This role offers valuable classroom exposure for those aiming at teacher training or Educational

Qualifications

• Graduated from a Russell Group university with strong communication.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to education and safeguarding.

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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Empathy & mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Russell Group graduate

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.

• 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.