At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students in lessons and provide targeted academic assistance.
- Company: High-achieving secondary school in Watford with a focus on pupil progress.
- Benefits: Earn £460-£530 per week, gain valuable experience, and receive professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment dedicated to student wellbeing and growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your education career while making a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: 2:1 or First-Class degree preferred; strong English skills are a plus.
Are you an ambitious graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing a career in education? A high-achieving secondary school in Watford is seeking a motivated Graduate Academic Mentor to join the school from September 2026 to July 2027.
As a Graduate Academic Mentor, you will work alongside teachers to provide targeted academic support, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and close gaps in attainment. The Academic Mentor role will involve general classroom support, one-to-one guidance and small-group interventions across different subjects.
Benefits
- £460-£530 per week PAYE, term-time only
- Full-time position from September 2026 to July 2027
- Valuable secondary school experience
- Training, mentoring and professional development
- Experience relevant to future teacher training
- Supportive environment focused on pupil progress and wellbeing
The Role
- Support pupils in lessons across different subjects
- Deliver one-to-one and small-group interventions
- Provide targeted academic support and help close learning gaps
- Encourage confidence, engagement and independence
- Support literacy interventions, including reading, writing and comprehension
- Potentially provide small-group teaching and targeted support within English
Person Specification
- A 2:1 or First-Class degree; an English degree would be particularly desirable
- Alternatively, strong English Literature A-Level results, ideally an A or A*
- Passionate about education and supporting young people
- Confident communicator with strong written and verbal English
- Proactive, adaptable and able to build positive relationships
- Patient, resilient and committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
This Academic Mentor position offers broad experience in secondary education, with academic mentoring and general pupil support at its core. The successful Academic Mentor will also have opportunities to contribute to literacy and English interventions where appropriate, making this an excellent stepping stone towards a career in education.
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Contact Details:
Ribbons and Reeves Limited Recruitment Team
