English Graduate Academic Mentor

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruiter is seeking English Graduate Academic Mentors in East London to inspire students through literature and language. This role involves delivering tailored interventions, collaborating with educational professionals, and gaining valuable experience in a secondary school setting. Ideal for graduates aiming for a teaching career, the position allows for substantial personal and professional development.

Benefits

Subsidised canteen with healthy meals

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree required.
• Previous experience in mentoring or tutoring preferred.
• Relevant subjects at A-Level and Degree level are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored interventions for students of varying ability levels.
• Liaise with teachers, social workers, and educational psychologists.
• Identify and address gaps in student learning.

Skills

Creative writing

Literacy instruction

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate degree (minimum 2:1 from a Top 10 University or Russell Group)

Job description

Schools across East London are seeking talented English Graduate Academic Mentors to inspire a love of literature, language, and learning through engaging enrichment opportunities. In this role, you will gain great satisfaction in helping develop understanding of English and Literacy, including creative and descriptive writing.

As an English Graduate Academic Mentor, you will:

1. Deliver interventions tailored to varying ability levels, including GCSE and A-Level
2. Liaise with schools, teachers, social workers, and educational psychologists, making referrals where appropriate
3. Gain experience in a secondary setting — an excellent opportunity for teacher training applications
4. Identify gaps in student learning and adapt support accordingly

Why choose this school?

• Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’
• Best attendance and behaviour figures in Tower Hamlets
• Students regularly progress to Oxbridge and Russell Group universities
• Ranked 3rd nationally for outcomes of disadvantaged students
• Among the Top 25 schools in the country for GCSE results
• Subsidised canteen with healthy breakfast and lunch options

Eligibility and expectations for applicants:

• Undergraduate degree (minimum 2:1 from a Top 10 University or Russell Group)
• Previous experience in English Graduate Academic Mentoring or tutoring; SEN experience is desirable
• Relevant subjects at A-Level and Degree level

If you're looking to explore the world of education before committing to teacher training or are unsure about your career path and want to explore options in English, this role is an ideal starting point.

About Ribbons & Reeves: We are London’s leading education recruiters, specializing in helping educators secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this English Graduate Academic Mentor position in East London. For more roles like this, visit our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting your application.