Academic Learning Mentor

The Education Network; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is seeking an Academic Learning Mentor for a Good-rated secondary school in Wednesbury. The role focuses on providing targeted academic support to students with mild SEN needs, helping them understand content, complete tasks, and build confidence.

Ideal candidates are graduates seeking school-based experience before pursuing teaching or SEN roles, with strong communication and relationship-building abilities. DBS clearance is required or in process.

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree or above in any subject.
• Genuine interest in supporting students with academic and mild SEN needs.
• Strong communication skills and a calm, encouraging approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group academic support to secondary students.
• Explain lesson content, help students complete work and develop learning habits.
• Support pupils with mild SEN needs through clear explanations, reassurance and structure.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Patience

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

Are you an Academic Learning Mentor who wants to support students who need extra academic guidance? Would you like to work in a ‘Good’ secondary school while helping pupils with mild SEN needs build confidence and make progress?

*** Academic Learning Mentor

*** September 2026 to July 2027

*** ‘Good’ secondary school, Wednesbury

*** Academic support for students with mild SEN requirements

The Role:

As an Academic Learning Mentor, you will provide targeted academic support to secondary students who require additional guidance in the classroom. You will work with pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis, helping them understand lesson content, complete work and develop stronger learning habits. You will also support students with mild SEN needs by offering clear explanations, reassurance and structure.

The Candidate:

This role will suit a patient, reliable graduate who wants to gain school-based experience before progressing into teaching, SEN or education. You should be confident building positive relationships with young people and able to adapt your approach when students need extra support.

Requirements

• - 2:2 degree or above in any subject.
• - A genuine interest in supporting students with academic and mild SEN needs.
• - Strong communication skills and a calm, encouraging approach.
• - The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• - Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

The School:

This ‘Good’ secondary school in Wednesbury provides a supportive and structured learning environment. Staff work closely together to help students overcome barriers, improve confidence and achieve their potential.