Study Mentor

Activate-Learning-1; Oxford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time only

Excellent pension

Great benefits

DBS check at appropriate level

On-site facilities

Job summary

The Leys College is seeking a Study Mentor to support students in developing employability and academic skills, enabling progression to higher education or employment.

The role is permanent, part-time (22.5 hours per week) during term-time (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays). You will provide individualised coaching in 1:1, small group settings and classroom support, contributing to an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Coaching and support to learners to develop employability and academic skills.
• Ability to create an inclusive learning environment and provide tailored support.
• Adaptability to work across different learning environments (1:1, small groups, classroom).

Responsibilities

• Work with students to develop employability and academic skills.
• Provide individualised coaching and support to learners with barriers to learning.
• Contribute to an inclusive learning environment and adapt to learners’ needs.

Skills

Coaching

Student support

Team collaboration

Job description

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Expiry date: 2026-09-24 14:40:00.000

Location: Blackbird Leys

Benefits: Term time only, excellent pension, great benefits

Activate Learning are recruiting for a Study Mentor to join our team at The Leys College. We are looking for a creative individual who acts as a strong role model and who possess a genuine desire to work with and change the lives of young people. The purpose of the role is to work with students and assist them in developing their employability and academic skills to ensure that they progress into further or higher education, or into employment.

This role is permanent, part-time role working 22.5 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays)during term-time.

What do you need to be a successful Study Mentor at Activate Learning?

We are seeking like-minded individuals who have a positive attitude and would contribute to creating an inclusive learning environment, by providing individualised coaching and support to learners with identified barriers to learning, using a range of support models.

Strong team values, a desire to innovate within the learning experience, and the ability to adapt flexibly to the changing needs of learners are essential. Support will take place in different learning environments including 1:1, small groups, and occasional support within the classroom.

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.