Sixth Form Academic Mentor

Aston Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization in Greater London is seeking a full-time Sixth Form Academic Mentor to support Key Stage 5 students in achieving their potential. Responsibilities include managing the learning hub and providing personalized assistance. Ideal candidates should hold a degree and have tutoring experience. This is a permanent, on-site position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Excellent modern facilities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

Professional development programme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification required.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or higher.
• Experience with Post-16 students as a learning mentor or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Sixth Form Study Area promoting effective study culture.
• Lead and develop the KS5 Learning Hub for student support.
• Provide administrative support for Sixth Form operations.

Skills

Behaviour management

Knowledge of support agencies

Communication skills

Education

Degree or other Level 4 qualification

GCSE English and Maths, grade C or above

Job description

Job: Sixth Form Academic Mentor

School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London

Actual Annual Salary: £27,367 - £29,194

Start date: As soon as possible / January 2026

Contract: Permanent, 35 hours a week, Mondays to Fridays 8.00am - 4.00pm, Term time + inset + 1 week, based on-site.

Aston Education is working with an oversubscribed Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary school in Bexley looking for a full‑time Sixth Form Academic Mentor who will have the sixth form community at the centre of their focus.

Benefits

• Excellent modern facilities
• An extensive support network
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking
• Excellent professional development programme
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Headspace app
• Staff development - Secondment Opportunities
• Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes
• Season ticket loans

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing the Sixth Form Study Area establishing a culture of effective study at KS5.

Your main area of responsibility will be to lead, manage and develop the KS5 Learning Hub. You will address the needs of students in Key Stage 5 who need help to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the classroom, in order to achieve their full potential. You will work with a range of students, especially those at risk of underachievement; supporting them to achieve within the curriculum and providing additional support outside of the classroom.

You will provide confidential management and administrative support for the day to day operation and strategic planning of the Sixth Form. You will be supporting the Head of Sixth Form and Tutors, whilst ensuring a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for students and parents. You will also assist the Sixth Form Team and teachers monitoring student progress, collaborating with staff and external partners, and organising activities/trips.

Qualifications

• Degree or other Level 4 qualification
• GCSE English and Maths, grade C or above
• Experience working as a learning mentor or equivalent with Post‑16 students
• Effective behaviour management skills and a good knowledge of the roles of outside agencies available to support the school.

This role is based on‑site, and hybrid working is not available.

This is a vibrant school and it's part of a respected Multi‑Academy Trust.

Closing Date

At 12pm, Friday 2nd January 2026

Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat and to apply for this permanent Sixth Form Academic Mentor job.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.