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Academic Mentor

  • Location:

    Wandsworth

  • Sector:

    Daily Supply, Secondary Support

  • Job type:

    Short-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £82.14 - £130 per day

  • Contact:

    Rahul Bahal

  • Contact email:

    rahul@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    FERYGFSHTYHJNTRD_1763397055

  • Published:

    about 3 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-12-17

  • Start date:

    24/11/2025

  • Contract Length:

    Part Time

Academic Mentor

  • Immediate start
  • Excellent rates of pay
  • Flexible work patterns
  • Suitable for a recent Graduate looking to develop a career in schools or an experienced Academic Mentor

An Academic Mentor is needed in a Mixed Secondary School & Sixth Form in South West London.

This Academic Mentor position will be part time and short term in the first instance.

If appointed as an Academic Mentor your duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Supporting classes in the absence of teachers
  • Promoting positive pupil behaviour and building a wholesome rapport with students
  • Guiding pupils through the planned lessons with resources provided
  • Demonstrating effective use of basic ICT and carrying out general administrative tasks
  • Using initiative to adapt to different situations and expressing a proactive approach to working as part of a team

The rates of pay for this Academic Mentor role will be between £82.14 to £130 a day, depending on the qualifications and experiences of each applicant.

The School

An Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' Free School & Sixth Form, located in the London Borough of Wandsworth.

Having opened in 2012 the school is now fully subscribed with 800 places for pupils aged 11 to 18 year olds.

The school is built on the landmark site of a former hospital and continues its tradition of service to the local community.

The building is also able to operate as a doctors' surgery for local families.

The listed building has been fully refurbished and modernised to provide excellent learning facilities yet still preserves the building's historic features.

High quality classrooms and specialist spaces for RS, Music and Technology have been created as well, ensuring teaching is delivered effectively.

The school has two courts, sports hall and makes good use of local facilities for outdoor games and competitive sport.

Requirements

You're encouraged to apply for this position if you're a recent Graduate or an experienced Academic Mentor.

Applications are also welcome if you're a British trained Academic Mentor or overseas trained Academic Mentor.

All applicants must have the following in order to be considered for this position as an Academic Mentor:

  • Right to work in the UK
  • Clear and up to date Enhanced DBS
  • UK Bachelor's Degree or an overseas equivalent
  • Experience of working with children/teenagers/young adults or as an Academic Mentor in UK schools

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity in education and training as an Academic Mentor, then please apply via the link below and send your CV to Rahul at REESON Education as soon as possible.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%