Graduate Academic Mentor

The Graduate Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking a Graduate Academic Mentor for an immediate start in a Walsall secondary school. You will support KS3/KS4 students 1:1 and across the curriculum, help pupils understand content and boost engagement. You’ll also assist teaching staff with classroom tasks and student focus.

Ideal candidates are graduates with strong communication, patience, and reliability, aiming for teacher training or a long-term education career. DBS enhanced required or willing to obtain.

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree or above in any subject.
• Genuine interest in supporting secondary students across KS3/KS4.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain learning clearly.
• Patient, organised and encouraging approach to academic support.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support across KS3/KS4 and general curriculum support.
• Assist teaching staff with classroom support and keeping students focused and engaged.
• Help pupils stay organised and confident in their learning across subjects.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Organised

Education

2:2 degree or above

Job description

Can you help KS3 and KS4 students strengthen their understanding across the curriculum? Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable secondary school experience before moving into teaching or education?

• Graduate Academic Mentor
• £85 - £102 per day
• Immediate start until July 2027
• Secondary school, Walsall
• 1:1 and general support across the curriculum (KS3/KS4)

The Role

As a Graduate Academic Mentor, you will support students across KS3 and KS4 with their academic progress. You will provide 1:1 support, help pupils understand lesson content and encourage stronger engagement across the curriculum. You will also assist teaching staff with general classroom support, helping students stay focused, organised and confident in their learning.

The Candidate

This role will suit a motivated graduate who can explain ideas clearly and build positive relationships with secondary students. You should be patient, reliable and confident supporting pupils across different subjects and ability levels. This is a strong opportunity for someone considering teacher training or a long-term career in education.

Requirements

• 2:2 degree or above in any subject.
• A genuine interest in supporting secondary students across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain learning clearly.
• A patient, organised and encouraging approach to academic support.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.

The School

This Walsall secondary school is looking for a Graduate Academic Mentor who can provide consistent academic support across the curriculum. You will work alongside experienced teaching staff, gain valuable classroom experience and help students develop confidence, focus and stronger subject knowledge.