Teaching Assistant - Medicine & Clinical Skills

Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Medicine & Clinical Skills

About OSP

The Oxford Scholars Programme (OSP) is a prestigious summer school designed for high-achieving students aged 14–18 from around the world. Our mission is to provide an intellectually stimulating academic experience that fosters personal growth, critical thinking, and lifelong skills.

We are looking for driven, intellectually curious students to join our teaching team as Teaching Assistants. This is not a passive support role — it is your chance to shape young minds, get hands-on in the classroom, and be part of the OSP academic experience unlike any other.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant at OSP, you are not just there to observe — you are an active part of the academic experience. Working directly alongside the Course Tutor, you will help bring the subject to life in the classroom and lead from the front during afternoon workshops. You will be the student’s first point of contact for questions, encouragement, and support, and your energy will set the tone for the room.

Module Overview: Medicine & Clinical Skills

The Medicine & Clinical Skills course is one of OSP’s most dynamic and immersive modules. Students are introduced to the practice of modern medicine through a case-based, hands-on approach that mirrors how doctors are actually trained — thinking clinically, working collaboratively, and making decisions under pressure.

As the TA, you will support the delivery of a course that follows a single evolving patient case across the programme. In the mornings, students develop core clinical skills — history-taking, diagnosis, investigation planning, and ethical decision-making. In the afternoons, the focus shifts to application, with workshops including a clinical simulation lab and explorations of medical research, genetics, drug discovery, CRISPR, and AI in healthcare.

By the end of the programme, students will have experienced both the human and scientific sides of medicine — developing critical thinking, teamwork, and a real sense of what it means to study medicine at university level. As TA, your role is to know the material inside out, keep students engaged through every stage of the patient journey, and ensure the workshop environment is one where curiosity and confidence can thrive.

What You Will Own

The Classroom: Work alongside the Course Tutor to support the delivery of morning lectures and afternoon workshops, ensuring sessions run smoothly.
Hands-On Learning: Assist students during project sessions and design challenges, providing guidance, troubleshooting support, and encouragement — helping them bridge theory and practice in real time.
Student Momentum: Circulate the classroom and workshop space to check on progress, answer questions, and keep students on task. You spot who needs a push and who needs support — and act on it without being asked.
The Mentorship Layer: Serve as a mentor and role model, supporting students’ academic and personal development. Lead small group discussions, debriefs, and reflective activities that build confidence, deepen understanding, and foster intellectual curiosity.
An Inclusive Environment: Foster a welcoming, safe, and positive space where every student — regardless of background or ability — feels valued, heard, and motivated to participate.
Session Readiness & Feedback: Familiarise yourself thoroughly with the course handbook and teaching materials before the programme begins, and provide regular feedback to the Tutor and OSP staff on student engagement, progress, and any concerns.
Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Remain vigilant to student welfare at all times, promoting a respectful classroom culture and escalating any concerns promptly in line with OSP’s safeguarding policies.

Compensation

Teaching Support: Approximately 31.5 hours, paid at £25 per hour
Training: Paid induction at £15 per hour (typically 2–3 hours total)
Total estimated compensation: £817.5 – £832.5

Daily Format

Teaching typically follows the below format:

The course runs for 9 teaching days within a 14-day programme.

Candidate Profile

You are a current student with genuine enthusiasm for your subject and a natural ability to connect with people. You thrive in fast-paced environments, take initiative, and understand that the best learning experiences are built on energy, curiosity, and trust.

Essential Criteria

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or postgraduate student in a relevant discipline
Strong foundational knowledge of the course subject area
Confident communicator, able to engage and explain clearly to mixed-ability, international groups
Proactive and reliable, with the maturity to work under the direction of the Course Tutor

Desirable Criteria

Previous experience working with young people in an educational, mentoring, or leadership capacity
Experience of residential summer schools or similar enrichment programmes
Experience supporting or teaching non-native English-speaking students

Application Process

Complete our online application form and attach a current CV.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an online interview
Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide right-to-work documentation
Personal data will be handled in accordance with GDPR regulations

Application Deadline: 20th March 2026

(Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.)

OSP is committed to safeguarding and protecting children. All staff members undergo enhanced DBS checks. Only candidates who are successful in their application will be contacted. This advertisement is inclusive and does not discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Applicants are evaluated solely on their skills, qualifications, and suitability for the role. Requests for reasonable adjustments—such as accessible documents or interview accommodations—are welcomed and should be shared with the recruitment team.