Learning Mentor

Prospero Teaching; Watford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking an experienced Sixth Form Learning Mentor to support 16–19 year‑old students in a Watford based secondary school. The role combines academic mentoring with pastoral support and supervising independent study, with a focus on attendance, punctuality and engagement.

You will mentor students individually and in small groups, helping them develop revision and organisation skills while assisting those facing barriers to learning.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting 16–19‑year‑old students.
• Experience in a Sixth Form/college or post‑16 setting is advantageous.
• Degree or Level 4 qualification desirable but not essential.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group mentoring to Sixth Form students.
• Support students with academic progress, attendance, punctuality and engagement.
• Supervise students during independent and directed study sessions.
• Help students develop effective revision, organisation, time‑management and independent study skills.
• Support SEND and disadvantaged students to overcome barriers to achievement.

Skills

Sixth Form Mentoring

Academic Mentoring

Pastoral Support

Student Engagement

Communication with Teens

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree or Level 4 qualification desirable

Job description

Sixth Form Learning Mentor - Watford

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Daily Rate: £170 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Contract: Term Time

Prospero Teaching are looking for an experienced and confident Sixth Form Learning Mentor to join a successful secondary school in Watford.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting 16‑19‑year‑old students, combining academic mentoring, pastoral support and supervision of independent study.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group mentoring to Sixth Form students
• Support students with academic progress, attendance, punctuality and engagement
• Work with students who may be underachieving or facing barriers to learning
• Help students develop effective revision, organisation, time‑management and independent study skills
• Supervise students during independent and directed study sessions
• Support SEND and disadvantaged students to overcome barriers to achievement
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence
• Work closely with Sixth Form leaders, teachers, tutors and careers staff
• Support students preparing for university, apprenticeships, employment and further education
• Help coordinate enrichment activities, external speakers and opportunities for Sixth Form students

The Ideal Candidate

• Sixth Form Learning Mentor
• Academic Mentor
• Pastoral Mentor
• Student Support Officer
• Learning Mentor
• Sixth Form Support Officer
• Progress Mentor
• College Learning Mentor
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant / HLTA with post‑16 experience

You should have strong communication skills, the ability to build positive relationships with young people and confidence supporting students aged 16‑19.

Experience within a Sixth Form, college or post‑16 setting would be highly advantageous, as would experience supporting SEND, disadvantaged students or young people with barriers to learning.

A degree or Level 4 qualification is desirable but not essential for candidates with strong relevant experience.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS