At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students academically and personally, helping them thrive during their sixth form journey.
- Company: Join a vibrant secondary school community dedicated to student success.
- Benefits: Gain invaluable experience, professional development, and be part of a supportive team.
- Other info: Ideal stepping stone for aspiring teachers or those interested in educational careers.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while preparing for a career in education.
- Qualifications: Degree holder with experience in leading or mentoring young people.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Are you a graduate or aspiring educator looking to make a real difference to young people's lives? This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving secondary school and sixth form, supporting students during one of the most important stages of their education.
About the Role
As a Sixth Form Academic Mentor, you'll provide academic and pastoral support to students, helping them develop the confidence, resilience and study skills needed to succeed. You'll oversee a dedicated Sixth Form Study Zone with capacity for up to 100 students, creating a calm, purposeful environment where students can work independently and achieve their potential. You'll promote excellent behaviour for learning, monitor attendance, deliver targeted mentoring and interventions, and support university applications, careers guidance, enrichment activities and wider sixth form events, ensuring students are fully prepared for their next steps.
What Are We Looking For?
- We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive graduate who is passionate about supporting young people.
- A degree and a strong academic background.
- Experience leading, coaching or supervising large groups of young people, with the confidence to manage a study space with the capacity to hold 100 students.
- Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
- A positive, resilient and approachable attitude, with the ability to motivate and inspire students.
- An interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education, making this an ideal stepping stone for an aspiring teacher.
Why Join This School?
You'll become part of a welcoming and ambitious school community where staff are valued and supported. Working alongside an experienced Sixth Form team, you'll gain invaluable school-based experience while making a genuine impact on students' lives. This role is ideal for graduates considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, pastoral care or youth work, offering excellent experience and ongoing professional development in a rewarding educational environment.
Graduate Academic Mentors required in Carshalton employer: Ribbons and Reeves Limited
Join a vibrant and supportive school community in Sutton, where your passion for education can truly shine. As a Sixth Form Academic Mentor, you'll not only gain invaluable experience working alongside an experienced team but also have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while developing your own skills in a nurturing environment. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to fostering student success, this role is perfect for graduates aspiring to build a career in education.
Contact Details:
Ribbons and Reeves Limited Recruitment Team
