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The Access Project
Activity type: Advice, Information and Support, Education, Teaching, Training and Coaching, Youth Work and Young People
Sub theme: Education
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: The Access Project is an education charity supporting young people from under-resourced backgrounds across London, the Midlands, Yorkshire and the North West. The programme provides GCSE students with expert mentorship and personalised academic tuition delivered by our team of volunteer tutors.
Today, young people in the UK from disadvantaged backgrounds are almost three times less likely to progress to a top-third university, compared to their peers working at a similar academic level. We want to change this. We help these young people to see university as something that is “for them”, to support them to make competitive applications and to get the grades they deserve so that they can fulfil their potential.
Today, young people in the UK from disadvantaged backgrounds are almost three times less likely to progress to a top-third university, compared to their peers working at a similar academic level. We want to change this. We help these young people to see university as something that is “for them”, to support them to make competitive applications and to get the grades they deserve so that they can fulfil their potential.
Description of role: Graduating this summer? Kick-start your career by volunteering as a tutor with The Access Project, helping an under-resourced young person beat the odds and get into a top university.
At The Access Project, we work with schools across the UK who share our belief that students with high potential should have equitable access to higher education, regardless of their background.
Our tutors are central to driving this change, empowering students to reach their full potential. By tutoring online for just one hour a week, you’ll have the opportunity to:
• Inspire your student through providing one-to-one academic support in a GCSE subject of your choice 📖
• Develop highly transferable skills through helping others thrive, boosting your professional prospects📈
• Gain valuable hands-on experience in the charity and education sectors, helping to shape your career path💡
• Contribute to our wider mission to improve social mobility through widening access to higher education 🏫
• Join a dynamic community of passionate, like-minded volunteers 🌍
All tutoring sessions take place online, allowing you to volunteer from anywhere in the UK at a time that works with your schedule.
Never tutored before? No problem! Whether you’re a first-time tutor or have some experience, we’ll provide all the support you need to succeed. Over the summer, you’ll join us for comprehensive online training, as well as gaining a CPD-accredited safeguarding qualification and an enhanced DBS certificate – all at no cost to you.
We work in collaboration with leading graduate employers across a wide range of sectors, including Bain and Company, KPMG, Deloitte, Rothschild & Co, the Civil Service, Slaughter and May, and more. If you’re looking to strengthen your CV, volunteering is a great way to demonstrate shared values and your commitment to personal growth.
Ready to inspire the next generation? Register now at www.theaccessproject.org.uk/apply to guarantee your place on our 2025/26 programme. Don't miss this opportunity to shape a young person’s future!
To get involved, all we ask is that you:
• Are passionate about our mission, and ready to share your knowledge with enthusiasm
• Have studied the subject you would like to tutor, or a related subject, to A level / level 3 or higher
• Can commit to one hour of tutoring per week (plus preparation time)
• Are happy to undertake an enhanced DBS check (provided by us) and provide two references (personal or professional)
• Will be based in the UK for the duration of the programme (September 2025 – July 2026).
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 in our Privacy Notice.
At The Access Project, we work with schools across the UK who share our belief that students with high potential should have equitable access to higher education, regardless of their background.
Our tutors are central to driving this change, empowering students to reach their full potential. By tutoring online for just one hour a week, you’ll have the opportunity to:
• Inspire your student through providing one-to-one academic support in a GCSE subject of your choice 📖
• Develop highly transferable skills through helping others thrive, boosting your professional prospects📈
• Gain valuable hands-on experience in the charity and education sectors, helping to shape your career path💡
• Contribute to our wider mission to improve social mobility through widening access to higher education 🏫
• Join a dynamic community of passionate, like-minded volunteers 🌍
All tutoring sessions take place online, allowing you to volunteer from anywhere in the UK at a time that works with your schedule.
Never tutored before? No problem! Whether you’re a first-time tutor or have some experience, we’ll provide all the support you need to succeed. Over the summer, you’ll join us for comprehensive online training, as well as gaining a CPD-accredited safeguarding qualification and an enhanced DBS certificate – all at no cost to you.
We work in collaboration with leading graduate employers across a wide range of sectors, including Bain and Company, KPMG, Deloitte, Rothschild & Co, the Civil Service, Slaughter and May, and more. If you’re looking to strengthen your CV, volunteering is a great way to demonstrate shared values and your commitment to personal growth.
Ready to inspire the next generation? Register now at www.theaccessproject.org.uk/apply to guarantee your place on our 2025/26 programme. Don't miss this opportunity to shape a young person’s future!
To get involved, all we ask is that you:
• Are passionate about our mission, and ready to share your knowledge with enthusiasm
• Have studied the subject you would like to tutor, or a related subject, to A level / level 3 or higher
• Can commit to one hour of tutoring per week (plus preparation time)
• Are happy to undertake an enhanced DBS check (provided by us) and provide two references (personal or professional)
• Will be based in the UK for the duration of the programme (September 2025 – July 2026).
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 in our Privacy Notice.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, IT Skills, Leadership, Oral Communication Skills, Written Communication Skills
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Start date:
End date:
Opportunity times: Monday PM, Monday Evening, Tuesday PM, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday PM, Wednesday Evening, Thursday PM, Thursday Evening, Friday PM, Friday Evening
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 1 hour per week
Location:
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