Universify Education

Who we are

Universify exists to create a fairer, more equal society where every young person can fulfil their potential regardless of their background. We equip young people from low socio-economic and underrepresented backgrounds with the skills, knowledge, and belief to fulfil their potential through education.

We work with Year 10-11 students (aged 14-16) to increase their aspirations, improve GCSE attainment and to gain a greater understanding of post-18 pathways, particularly university, to make a more informed decision about their future. To achieve our aims, we run a year-long programme, starting with a week-long summer residential at partner universities, monthly coaching sessions with Universify coaches and a 3-day GCSE-focused revision residential at Spring.

Since we were founded in 2016, Universify has grown quickly. In 2016 we had one part-time staff member, one university college partner and 41 participants on our programme. Today we’re a team of five staff running programmes in Oxford and  Bristol and have supported over 1200 students. We aim to continue to refine our programme and increase our impact in partnership with other charities and educational institutions.

To help us fulfil these aspirations, we’re seeking dynamic individuals who want to be part of a successful small charity who can help shape our future growth.

Our culture and values

“Universify is an incredibly supportive organisation to work with. The team wholeheartedly cares for the young people they support, their stakeholders and most importantly each other. The team is adaptable and resilient and manages challenges with skill and grace, and this is something they instil in everyone who comes to work with them. The coaching culture here means you will always be learning something new about working with young people and about yourself.’

Ella Spilling, Employee, 2022-2025

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

We want all our team members to feel supported and listened to. We are happy to discuss any adjustments to the application process or role that you may require.

Universify Education is committed to safeguarding and protecting children. We check references and undertake enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure all staff are suitable to work with children.