Academic Mentor / Core Subject Intervention Tutor

Tradewind Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time schedule

Curriculum guidance and onboarding

School holidays included

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Academic Mentors and Intervention Tutors to support secondary schools in Lancashire. You will deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group booster sessions to close attainment gaps and prepare GCSE students for exams.

Ideal candidates include graduates or experienced tutors with a solid grasp of the UK National Curriculum and GCSE specs, ready to work in school-based hours and help students build confidence and resilience in core subjects.

Qualifications

• Degree (2:2 or above) in English, Mathematics, Science, or related discipline.
• Solid understanding of UK National Curriculum and GCSE specs.

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.

Skills

Tutoring experience

Strong communication

Engaging learners

Education

Bachelor's degree (2:2+) in English/Mathematics/Science or related discipline

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).