Academic Mentor & Student Success Coach (Term-Time)

Woodkirk Academy; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free Parking on site

Job-related learning & development

Job summary

Woodkirk Academy is seeking an Academic Mentor to join our pastoral team, supporting students in Y7–Y11 (and sixth form where appropriate). The role focuses on removing barriers to learning and helping pupils reach their potential through targeted guidance, small-group work, and individual support across subjects.

The successful candidate will work 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only, contributing to a caring, high-achieving school community.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils to remove barriers to learning
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Work with targeted groups and individuals to support progress in learning across subjects
• Collaborate with teachers in the classroom and in small group settings to remove barriers to learning

Job description

Woodkirk Academy is seeking an Academic Mentor to join our pastoral team, supporting students in Y7–Y11 (and sixth form where appropriate). The role focuses on removing barriers to learning and helping pupils reach their potential through targeted guidance, small-group work, and individual support across subjects.

The successful candidate will work 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, during term time only, contributing to a caring, high-achieving school community.