Graduate Geography Learning Mentor

Vision for Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-time, long-term opportunity

Practical classroom experience

Support from education consultant

Opportunities to explore teacher培训路線

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is currently recruiting a Graduate Geography Learning Mentor to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 in Havering, East London. This full-time, long-term role offers an excellent entry point for graduates aiming to pursue teacher training and a career in education.

You will work alongside the Geography department to assist lessons, support targeted interventions and help students build confidence and curiosity about the world around them.

Qualifications

• A degree in Geography or a closely related subject.
• Strong interest in inspiring young people and supporting academic progress.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with students.
• Positive, patient, and encouraging approach.
• Willingness to work independently and as part of a department.
• Experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 with learning.
• Assist with lessons and targeted interventions.
• Provide guidance to help students reach their potential.
• Work with the Geography department to develop confidence in the subject.
• Help create engaging, student-centred activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Engagement with students

Positive attitude

Team collaboration

Education

Geography degree or related subject

Job description

Position: Graduate Geography Learning Mentor - Full Time

Location: Havering

Salary: £28,067 - £29,752 per annum

The Role:

An ambitious secondary school in East London is looking to appoint a Graduate Geography Learning Mentor to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Geography graduate who is passionate about education and keen to gain hands‑on classroom experience.

As a Graduate Geography Learning Mentor, you will work alongside the Geography department to support students with their learning, help develop subject confidence and encourage curiosity about the world around them. You will assist with lessons, support targeted interventions and provide guidance to students who may need additional help to reach their potential.

This role is particularly suited to graduates who are considering a future career in teaching and want to develop their classroom skills within a supportive secondary school setting.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• A degree in Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography or a related subject.

• A strong interest in inspiring young people and supporting their academic progress.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with students effectively.

• A positive, patient and encouraging approach.

• The confidence to support students both independently and as part of a wider department.

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.

The School

The school is a welcoming and high‑achieving secondary academy with a strong focus on providing students with a broad and engaging education. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, strong leadership and opportunities to develop professionally.

The Geography department is passionate about creating engaging lessons that help students understand key global issues, develop critical thinking skills and build a strong foundation in the subject. This position offers graduates the opportunity to make a real difference while gaining valuable experience before progressing into teacher training or a wider career in education.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay.

• A full‑time, long‑term opportunity in a supportive school environment.

• The chance to gain practical classroom experience.

• Support and guidance from an experienced education consultant.

• Opportunities to explore future teacher training routes.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation.