Job Description
English Academic Mentor | Southwark | September
Are you an English graduate looking to gain classroom experience before moving into teaching or a literacy-focused profession? This English Academic Mentor opportunity in Southwark from September 2026 would suit a high-achieving graduate keen to support pupils within a school that places significant emphasis on literacy, reading and academic development.
This English Academic Mentor role is based within a secondary school where curriculum design is heavily influenced by evidence-informed practice, literacy development and ambitious academic expectations. English is a central part of the school curriculum, with pupils encouraged to develop critical thinking, reading fluency and analytical writing skills throughout their education.
The successful English Academic Mentor will work closely with pupils across KS3–KS5, supporting reading interventions, essay writing and classroom learning. This English Academic Mentor role would be ideal for aspiring English Teachers, Educational Psychologists or graduates considering careers within education.
English Academic Mentor – September 2026
Weekly Pay | £480–£550 per week
What the school can offer an English Academic Mentor:
- Opportunities to support English across KS3, KS4 and KS5
- Experience delivering literacy interventions and academic mentoring
- Access to extensive professional development
- A curriculum centred around reading, writing and critical thinking
- Strong support from experienced English teachers and leaders
- Exposure to evidence-informed teaching approaches
- Clear progression routes into teacher training opportunities
- A collaborative and ambitious school culture
The successful English Academic Mentor will:
- Hold strong A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree in English or a related subject
- Be confident supporting pupils with reading and writing
- Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Be academically strong, organised and proactive
- Have ambitions to progress within education
If you are an English graduate looking for an English Academic Mentor role that offers genuine classroom experience and long-term progression, this is an excellent Southwark opportunity from September 2026.
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