Academic Mentor

Carlton Bolling; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive secondary school in Bradford is looking for an Academic Mentor to support young people in reaching their full potential. The role involves delivering tailored sessions and working alongside school leaders to identify pupils in need of additional support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment that emphasizes student well-being and community engagement.

Benefits

Fully funded Health Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discount schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate and committed towards supporting young people.
• Experience in delivering engaging, tailored sessions.
• Ability to work closely with school leaders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one and small group sessions to help students.
• Identify pupils needing targeted support.
• Build confidence and drive measurable progress.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a passionate and committed Academic Mentor to join our team and help young people reach their full potential. In this role, you will work closely with school leaders to identify pupils who would benefit from targeted support. You will deliver engaging, tailored sessions — both one-to-one and in small groups — that build confidence, close learning gaps, and drive measurable progress.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and subscribe to the DBS update service. The Trust has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same.

Safeguarding and DBS

Safer Recruitment principles apply. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS update service.

About Carlton Bolling

Carlton Bolling is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school located near the centre of Bradford, educating over 1,600 students. The school has achieved an Ofsted rating of Outstanding (2023) and embraces the ethos of "Excellence for All" with core values of Ambition, Respect, and Resilience. The school is recognised as a TES Secondary School of the Year Nominee 2025 and a Healthy Relationships Champion School.

Carlton Bolling offers a broad, inclusive curriculum, with emphasis on character development, leadership, and community engagement. The school prides itself on high-quality teaching and learning, an inclusive culture, and strong partnerships with parents, carers, and local organisations.

Why join us

We are a growing Trust (Carlton Academy Trust) that oversees three secondary schools, three primary schools, and three special schools. We provide a supportive environment with opportunities to innovate and lead, small class sizes in Maths and English, and a focus on student well-being and real-world experiences.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package through the 'Carlton Cares' programme, designed to support physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Benefits include a fully funded Health Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, salary sacrifice, and employee discount schemes.