Job Description: A Central London school is seeking graduates for the role of English Academic Mentor, aimed at those interested in gaining experience before pursuing teacher training in September 2026. The position involves inspiring and motivating students in English and Literacy, with a focus on raising attainment and participation. Candidates with a related undergraduate degree are preferred, and the role offers a permanent contract with opportunities for professional development. The school values a supportive environment and is committed to helping students succeed across various needs and abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with school staff to select students for mentoring
- Discussing the aims of mentoring with pupils
- Supporting pupils inside and outside of the classroom
- Agreeing and writing action plans
- Making home visits to talk to parents about issues and offer advice
- Liaising with schools, teachers, social workers, and educational psychologists
- Aiding pupils with the transition to secondary education
- Helping pupils increase their confidence and self-esteem
Skills Required:
- Undergraduate degree related to English or Literacy
- Experience working with young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to inspire and motivate students
- Experience as a mentor or tutor is desirable
- Understanding of educational strategies to support student needs
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Tower Hamlets
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Education
A fantastic School in Central London are looking to appoint a team of graduates into roles as English Academic Mentor who are interested in gaining 1 year of experience on a permanent contract in a secondary school before applying for teacher training in September 2026. They would also consider applications from graduates who are passionate about working with young people who are not looking to become a teacher. The role will be to inspire, motivate and increase attainment and participation in the core subject area of English and Literacy. Becoming an English Academic Mentor is a great way to explore a career in Teaching. Fantastic Grade 1 Ofsted 11 : 18 School English Academic Mentor GBP18,965 : GBP25,801 1 year contract position to work as an English Academic Mentor Opportunity to gain experience in Secondary setting : superb for teacher training application Great rates of pay All subject areas considered, you must have a related undergraduate degree Lively, interesting and fun support department Great school leadership The school caters for students across the age and ability range and currently have learners who display a range of needs. As such they would like to appoint well qualified graduates who can work as learning mentors and Graduate Teaching Assistants to work on a 1:1 and small group basis to focus raising attainment, participation, confidence and self esteem. The ideal candidate will be someone who is interested in applying for a teaching training program for September 2026 or a graduate who is passionate about young people and wants to inspire others. The school invests heavily in the support department and you would be joining a growing team of graduates. The School invests heavily in the core subject areas delivered throughout Secondary Schools and as such would like application from Graduates who have an undergraduate degree in one of these areas. English and Literacy as subject areas are extremely popular in school and as such they want to promote its success. If you have worked as a mentor or tutor at University and are considering gaining experience in a secondary school setting then this is an ideal placement. English Academic Mentors are very popular roles and you will gain great satisfaction in helping develop understanding English and Literacy to include creative and descriptive writing. A degree related to this subject area is highly desirable. The School has learners who display interest, aptitude and desire to succeed so are keen to reward this by building a team of subject specialist graduates to help students reach their potential.
- ASPECTS OF JOB ROLE OF AN ENGLISH ACADEMIC MENTOR
Some Typical Responsibilities Include
- Working with school staff to select students for mentoring
- Discussing the aims of mentoring with pupils
- Supporting pupils inside and outside of the classroom
- Agreeing and writing action plans
- On occasion making home visits to talk to parents about issues and to offer advice about strategies to deal with problems
- Liaising with schools, teachers, social workers and educational psychologists and making referrals where appropriate
- Aiding pupils with the transition to secondary education
- Helping pupils to increase their confidence and self:esteem by listening to them and devising appropriate strategies
If you have school experience already and have worked in another local primary or secondary school and would like the opportunity to secure a position to start on 1st September 2025 as an English Academic Mentor then this could be a perfect role to help support an extremely strong application to teacher training.
When You Apply With Reeson Education, You Get Top rates of pay Professional support from our team of experienced consultants who offer guidance both pre an post placement Opportunities to progress your career CPD courses Ongoing access to the b
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Job Description: A Central London school is seeking graduates for the role of English Academic Mentor, aimed at those interested in gaining experience before pursuing teacher training in September 2026. The position involves inspiring and motivating students in English and Literacy, with a focus on raising attainment and participation. Candidates with a related undergraduate degree are preferred, and the role offers a permanent contract with opportunities for professional development. The school values a supportive environment and is committed to helping students succeed across various needs and abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with school staff to select students for mentoring
- Discussing the aims of mentoring with pupils
- Supporting pupils inside and outside of the classroom
- Agreeing and writing action plans
- Making home visits to talk to parents about issues and offer advice
- Liaising with schools, teachers, social workers, and educational psychologists
- Aiding pupils with the transition to secondary education
- Helping pupils increase their confidence and self-esteem
Skills Required:
- Undergraduate degree related to English or Literacy
- Experience working with young people
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to inspire and motivate students
- Experience as a mentor or tutor is desirable
- Understanding of educational strategies to support student needs
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Tower Hamlets
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Education
A fantastic School in Central London are looking to appoint a team of graduates into roles as English Academic Mentor who are interested in gaining 1 year of experience on a permanent contract in a secondary school before applying for teacher training in September 2026. They would also consider applications from graduates who are passionate about working with young people who are not looking to become a teacher. The role will be to inspire, motivate and increase attainment and participation in the core subject area of English and Literacy. Becoming an English Academic Mentor is a great way to explore a career in Teaching. Fantastic Grade 1 Ofsted 11 : 18 School English Academic Mentor GBP18,965 : GBP25,801 1 year contract position to work as an English Academic Mentor Opportunity to gain experience in Secondary setting : superb for teacher training application Great rates of pay All subject areas considered, you must have a related undergraduate degree Lively, interesting and fun support department Great school leadership The school caters for students across the age and ability range and currently have learners who display a range of needs. As such they would like to appoint well qualified graduates who can work as learning mentors and Graduate Teaching Assistants to work on a 1:1 and small group basis to focus raising attainment, participation, confidence and self esteem. The ideal candidate will be someone who is interested in applying for a teaching training program for September 2026 or a graduate who is passionate about young people and wants to inspire others. The school invests heavily in the support department and you would be joining a growing team of graduates. The School invests heavily in the core subject areas delivered throughout Secondary Schools and as such would like application from Graduates who have an undergraduate degree in one of these areas. English and Literacy as subject areas are extremely popular in school and as such they want to promote its success. If you have worked as a mentor or tutor at University and are considering gaining experience in a secondary school setting then this is an ideal placement. English Academic Mentors are very popular roles and you will gain great satisfaction in helping develop understanding English and Literacy to include creative and descriptive writing. A degree related to this subject area is highly desirable. The School has learners who display interest, aptitude and desire to succeed so are keen to reward this by building a team of subject specialist graduates to help students reach their potential.
- ASPECTS OF JOB ROLE OF AN ENGLISH ACADEMIC MENTOR
Some Typical Responsibilities Include
- Working with school staff to select students for mentoring
- Discussing the aims of mentoring with pupils
- Supporting pupils inside and outside of the classroom
- Agreeing and writing action plans
- On occasion making home visits to talk to parents about issues and to offer advice about strategies to deal with problems
- Liaising with schools, teachers, social workers and educational psychologists and making referrals where appropriate
- Aiding pupils with the transition to secondary education
- Helping pupils to increase their confidence and self:esteem by listening to them and devising appropriate strategies
If you have school experience already and have worked in another local primary or secondary school and would like the opportunity to secure a position to start on 1st September 2025 as an English Academic Mentor then this could be a perfect role to help support an extremely strong application to teacher training.
When You Apply With Reeson Education, You Get Top rates of pay Professional support from our team of experienced consultants who offer guidance both pre an post placement Opportunities to progress your career CPD courses Ongoing access to the b

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