Art & Design Tutor in Cambridge

The Role

SBC subject tutors are at the heart of what we do, delivering high-quality, inclusive lessons in a multicultural setting. They help students become more confident, equipped with 21st-century communication skills, and promote a culture of respect and understanding. Tutors encourage students to love learning through fun and engaging lessons.

The Subject

The Art & Design at Cambridge Programme is a two-week course immersing students from concept to creation. Tutors guide learners experimenting with media such as drawing, painting, sculpture and digital tools, blending traditional and contemporary approaches. A central feature is the collaborative installation project where students plan and build a large-scale piece for the final showcase. The programme also explores the theory and history of art and design, encouraging students to connect practice to wider social and cultural contexts.

The Site

Students undertake academic courses in the historic city of Cambridge. The programme sits beside a social programme, allowing students to explore Cambridge, take part in college events, wellbeing activities and a great excursion to London. Students are aged 14-17 and the capacity is 140 students each week.

Ways We Support Our Subject Tutors

• Fully paid DBS check
• Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival
• Accommodation included
• CPD and Appraisals
• Staff Wellbeing Initiative
• Access to Employee Assist Programme (EAP)
• Continual support from the Head Office Team, on-ground and via phone/email
• Online safeguarding and prevent training
• Professional, fun and supportive environment

Additional Role Specific Support

• Allocated planning and preparation sessions
• CPD sessions and workshops with Director of Studies
• Observations with feedback and Action Points

Remuneration

Gross pay £815 per week, paid weekly in arrears. Includes holiday pay at 12.07% of basic weekly pay (£727.22) and the holiday pay element totals £87.78.

Main Duties

• Acquaint yourself with the subject syllabus, materials and resources during induction.
• Deliver lessons using the subject syllabus and suitable materials.
• Cultivate a student-centred learning environment that promotes 21st-century skills.
• Set projects as guided by the SBC syllabus.
• Support scheduled guest speakers, workshops or field work.
• Cater to individual needs.
• Review student work, mark assignments thoughtfully and provide constructive feedback.
• Handle administrative tasks: class lists, work registration, certificates and reports.
• Maintain a positive classroom atmosphere and encourage participation.
• Attend morning meetings with the Director of Studies and other sessions as requested.
• Attend student graduation at the end of the course.
• Join CPD workshops.
• Plan for lesson observations, reflect and attend feedback sessions with the Director of Studies.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Committed to safeguarding and welfare of students in your care.
• Complete online safeguarding training and attend on-site training during induction week.
• Read and understand SBC’s Safeguarding Policy, Staff Handbook and related documents.
• Alert to signs of abuse and neglect, report concerns to the DSO immediately.
• Know what to do if a student tells staff they are being abused, exploited or neglected.
• Help students understand how to keep themselves safe and manage risk.

General Duties

• Encourage students to engage in the programme, developing communication, confidence and social skills.
• Communicate to relevant staff about student health or wellbeing concerns; complete incident paperwork.
• Follow all Health and Safety guidelines and risk assessments.
• Understand and follow all Emergency and Fire Evacuation policies.
• Interact with students in a friendly and professional manner.
• Help ensure students meet the Student Code of Conduct.
• Manage student behaviour in a positive and constructive way per SBC Student Behaviour Management policies.
• Support supervision during meal and break times; assist with student sign-ups and registers.
• Provide support during arrival and departure days both on and off-site.
• Help with off-site student transfers (airports, train stations, taxis).
• Lead a group of students on off-site excursions; ensure thorough supervision.
• Demonstrate flexibility, a often required trait in residential roles.
• Assist in any emergency situation.
• Attend training, team meetings and programme briefings as required.
• Share reflections about your experiences over the summer.

About You

All staff employed by SBC will be expected to bring certain key qualities to the operation. There must be a professional interest in working with young people and particularly international children. Safety and welfare of students is of paramount importance at SBC and a practical enforcing of this belief should be a quality exhibited by all staff.

We Look For Staff Who Are

• Approachable & empathic to the needs of students
• Enthusiastic & engaging
• Diplomatic, responsible & motivated
• Flexible within the summer school environment

Essential

• A completed or pending undergraduate degree in a related academic subject
• Experience and genuine enjoyment of working with children in a professional capacity
• Strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, flexibility
• An empathic manner and positive manner
• Ability to proactively engage with young people

Desirable

• Experience of the UK boarding environment
• Experience teaching EFL in an international environment
• Strong organisational skills

About Us

Founded in 2008, Summer Boarding Courses united students from around the world through education. Delivering award-winning, future-focused courses that strike the perfect balance between academic and social enrichment. Our residential summer courses take place at some of the UK’s top boarding schools and university college campuses, including Eton College, Oxford University Colleges and Headington School.

TO APPLY

We want to make sure we do all we can to set candidates up for success in this process. If you require any adjustments to help you at interview and/or you have any questions at all, please contact us at: [email protected]

SHOULD YOU BE SUCCESSFUL

• Any gaps in your CV will be enquired about and must be explained satisfactorily
• You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK
• You will provide the details of two recent and relevant referees who we will contact and specifically ask about your suitability to work with children and any concerns.
• You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK
• You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children
• Official identification and certificates will be required for our records

SBC SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Summer Boarding Courses is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have a comprehensive Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and procedures in place which all employees, volunteers and contractors are expected to adhere to.

SBC EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT

We operate a policy of equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of sex, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.