English Academic Mentor

JobsinED Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Croydon is seeking an ambitious English Academic Mentor to support secondary students. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a strong English background, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for education. You will provide personalized support, assist in lesson planning, and be an integral part of the English department. This role offers competitive pay, regular professional development, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Weekly CPD sessions

Structured teacher training pathway

Supportive leadership and mentoring

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in English or related field required.
• Exceptional communication skills and confidence in engaging with secondary-aged students.
• Previous mentoring or classroom experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 and in small groups with students as the English Academic Mentor.
• Support the English department in lesson planning and delivery.
• Engage students and raise attainment across key stages.

Skills

Exceptional communicator

Confident working with secondary-aged students

Energetic

Resilient

Takes initiative

Education

Recent graduate with a strong academic background in English or related field

Job description

Job Title:

English Academic Mentor – Launch Your Education Career in Croydon

Salary: Circa £32,000 Pro‑rata

Location: Croydon

Start Date: ASAP

Overview

Join an award‑winning team as an English Academic Mentor and accelerate your journey towards educational excellence in a vibrant Croydon secondary school. This is an outstanding opportunity to make an immediate impact while gaining enviable classroom experience alongside expert teachers and leaders.

You’ll receive tailored support, dynamic weekly CPD, and hands‑on training in this English Academic Mentor role. If you’re an ambitious graduate ready to inspire the next generation, this role could be your gateway to a rewarding teaching career.

Key Highlights

• English Academic Mentor position – make a real difference
• Salary: Circa £32,000 Pro‑rata
• Located in Croydon with excellent transport links
• Excellent/Good school culture with a welcoming ethos
• Weekly CPD seminars and a structured teacher training pathway
• Interviews ongoing – apply quickly to avoid missing out
• Ideal for high‑achieving, English‑passionate graduates ready to take the next step

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working 1:1 and in small groups with students as the English Academic Mentor
• Supporting the English department in lesson planning and delivery
• Engaging students and raising attainment across Key Stages as an English Academic Mentor
• Providing personalised interventions and exam support
• Assisting teachers with marking and classroom resources
• Becoming an integral part of the English team

Ideal English Academic Mentor For this Croydon School

• Recent graduate with a strong academic background in English or related field
• Exceptional communicator, confident working with secondary‑aged students
• Shows clear ambition for a teaching or education career
• Energetic, resilient, and takes initiative
• Previous mentoring, tutoring or classroom experience advantageous
• Ready to thrive as an English Academic Mentor in a fast‑paced school

Why Join This Croydon School?

• Highly supportive leadership and mentoring
• Weekly CPD sessions and regular feedback
• Genuine teacher training and progression routes
• Diverse and welcoming school community
• Real scope to influence student outcomes as an English Academic Mentor
• Inclusive, forward‑thinking environment where talents are recognised

Seize this unique chance to be an English Academic Mentor and build unmatched classroom experience in one of Croydon’s top schools. Interviews begin soon, so apply now and take your first major step into education!