Academic Mentor

Location:

Mitcham – South West London, London, United Kingdom

Salary:

£82.14 – £100 per day

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Education & Training Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Teaching & Teaching Support – School & Pre-School

Advertiser:

REESON Education

Job ID:

132351637

Posted On:

15 October 2025

Academic Mentor

* September start
* Excellent rates of pay
* Enterprise & Science Specialist School
* Opportunity for permanent employment and teacher training
* Ideal for a recent Graduate looking to develop a career in schools

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

This will be a full time long term Academic Mentor position, with scope to go permanent.

Working hours for this Academic Mentor post will be 8am to 4pm.

Responsibilities for this Academic Mentor role will include but not be limited to:

* Supporting SEN and LAP students in group or whole class intervention sessions
* Working with the teachers to ensure each student’s learning needs are identified
* Attending to students’ social, emotional and personal needs when required
* Supporting behaviour management and using appropriate strategies in line with academy policy
* Undertaking learning activities/teaching programmes when needed

The rates of pay for this Academic Mentor position will be between GBP82.14 to GBP100 a day, depending on the qualifications and experiences of each applicant.

The School

An ‘Outstanding’ Secondary School & Sixth Form in the London Borough of Merton.

It is a mixed, 11 – 18, non-selective school with a wide demographic of pupils and staff.

90% of students stay in education or employment after Key Stage 4.

The site has its own dedicated SEN Support Centre and a variety of sports facilities.

Ofsted have noted there is positive culture of learning and a strong sense of community.

Requirements

Applications are welcome if you’re a Graduate or experienced Academic Mentor.

You’re 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 overseas equivalent
* Experience of working with children/young people from the ages of 11 to 18 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.

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.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. 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 England.

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