Academic Mentor / Core Subject Intervention Tutor

Tradewind Recruitment; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time-only structure

Regular daytime hours

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Academic Mentors to deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions for Key Stage 3 and 4 students in Lancashire. You will work with Heads of Department to identify gaps, design micro-lessons, and accelerate progress in English, Maths or Science.

The role suits experienced tutors or graduates aiming for teacher training (PGCE/School Direct) with regular daytime hours and term-time structure.

Qualifications

• Degree (2:2 or above) in English, Maths, Science or related field.
• Strong A-Levels/GCSEs (Grade 6/B+) in the chosen subject.
• Solid understanding of the UK National Curriculum and GCSE specs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned 1:1 and small-group interventions (2–4 students) for KS3/KS4.
• Identify gaps, design micro-lessons and accelerate pupil progress.
• Track progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and parents.

Skills

1:1 tutoring

Small-group work

Strong communication

Lesson planning

Assessment & feedback

Job description

Role Overview

Are you a knowledgeable graduate, experienced tutor, or aspiring teacher looking to make an immediate academic impact?

We are recruiting high-calibre Academic Mentors and Intervention Tutors across English, Maths, and Science to support secondary schools across Lancashire. In this structured, pupil-facing role, you will deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group booster sessions designed to close attainment gaps, rebuild subject confidence, and prepare Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE) students for exam success.

Working closely with Heads of Department, you will identify specific learning gaps, design engaging micro-lessons, and accelerate pupil progress. This position is ideal for experienced tutors seeking consistent school-based hours or ambitious graduates preparing for teacher training (PGCE / School Direct).

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver planned, high-impact 1:1 and small-group interventions (groups of 2-4 students) across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Focus on core foundational skills, coursework catch-up, and specific GCSE curriculum exam techniques.
• Identify individual pupil barriers to learning and adapt explanations, worksheets, and resources accordingly.
• Track, record, and assess student progress, providing regular feedback to subject teachers, Heads of Department, and parents.
• Build pupil rapport, boosting motivation, academic resilience, and overall engagement in the subject.
• Maintain a structured, focused, and positive intervention room environment.

Candidate Profile & Experience

• Academic Background: Degree (2:2 or above) in English, Mathematics, Science, or a closely related STEM / Humanities discipline; strong A-Levels/GCSEs (Grade 6/B+) in the chosen subject.
• Tutoring / Mentoring Track Record: Prior experience as a private tutor, university peer mentor, cover supervisor, or academic teaching assistant.
• Curriculum Familiarity: Solid understanding of the UK National Curriculum and GCSE exam specifications (AQA, Edexcel, OCR).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal communication, with the ability to demystify complex subject concepts for disengaged learners.
• Aspiration: A genuine enthusiasm for education, youth empowerment, or social mobility.

Statutory Safeguarding & Compliance

• Full right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the DBS Update Service (or readiness to process a new check).
• Two satisfactory, verifiable professional references covering the last 2 years.
• Full adherence to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory requirements.

Benefits

• Regular daytime, Monday-to-Friday hours with zero evening or weekend commitments.
• Comprehensive onboarding, curriculum guidance, and regular check-ins with Heads of Department.
• Direct classroom and curriculum experience that significantly strengthens future PGCE and teacher training applications.
• All school holidays free (term-time-only structure).