English Graduate

Ribbons & Reeves; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Kingston upon Thames is seeking an English Academic Mentor to join their thriving school. In this full-time role, you'll deliver tuition and support students in their learning journey, focusing on reading, writing, and exam preparation. The successful candidate will have strong academic qualifications alongside a passion for helping young people succeed. This position offers a clear route into Teacher Training starting September and a chance to have a positive impact on young learners.

Benefits

Fantastic training CPD

Daily classroom experience

Mentoring from expert teachers

A fulfilling role with positive impact

Qualifications

• Grades A / A* in English A-Level.
• 1st or high 2nd degree from an Oxbridge or Russell Group university.
• A passion for reading, writing and helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 and small-group sessions.
• Use data from mock exams to target learning gaps.
• Help students improve clarity, structure and critical thinking.
• Engage reluctant learners and help them rediscover enjoyment in English.

Skills

Passion for reading and writing

Ability to engage reluctant learners

Critical thinking skills

Education

1st or high 2nd degree from an Oxbridge or Russell Group university

Grades A / A* in English A-Level

Job description

Job Description

Join a thriving school in Kingston-Upon-Thames as an English Academic Mentor and take the first step towards your teaching career.

Benefits

• Fantastic training CPD and mentoring from expert English Teachers
• Daily classroom experience in a successful department
• Build confidence leading interventions in reading, writing and analysis
• Learn how to support students with essay structure, comprehension and exam prep
• Become a role model who inspires a love of literature and language
• Excellent preparation for Teacher Training starting September
• A fulfilling role where you positively impact young learners

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality 1 : 1 and small‑group sessions
• Use data from mock exams to target learning gaps
• Help students improve clarity, structure and critical thinking
• Engage reluctant learners and help them rediscover enjoyment in English

Qualifications

• Grades A / A* in English A‑Level
• 1st or high 2nd degree from ideally an Oxbridge or Russell Group university
• A passion for reading, writing and helping young people succeed

Details

• Location: Kingston-Upon-Thames
• Start: ASAP
• End: July 2026
• Next Steps: Clear route into Teacher Training
• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Vacancy: 1