Job title: Academic Mentor
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Lewisham
Job published: 23-10-2026
Job ID: 125869

Job Description

Academic Mentor | Lewisham

Are you a graduate looking to build a career in education? A secondary school in Lewisham is looking for a motivated Academic Mentor to support pupils with their academic progress, confidence and engagement in the classroom.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who enjoys working with young people and wants to gain practical experience in a secondary school. You will work alongside subject teachers to help pupils strengthen their understanding, develop effective study habits and approach their learning with greater confidence.

November Start | £500–£550 per week | Full-Time

What the school can offer an Academic Mentor:

  • Valuable classroom experience in a secondary school.

  • The opportunity to support pupils across core subjects.

  • Experience working with pupils who need additional academic guidance.

  • Support from experienced teachers and pastoral staff.

  • Opportunities to develop behaviour management and communication skills.

  • A strong foundation for a future career in teaching or education.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing one-to-one and small-group academic support.

  • Supporting pupils with English, Maths and other curriculum subjects.

  • Helping pupils prepare for assessments and improve their study techniques.

  • Encouraging positive learning habits and classroom participation.

  • Working with teachers to identify areas where pupils need further support.

  • Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.

The successful Academic Mentor will:

  • Hold a degree and have strong A-Level results or equivalent qualifications.

  • Have a good understanding of core academic subjects.

  • Communicate confidently with secondary-aged pupils.

  • Be patient, proactive and enthusiastic about education.

  • Be interested in pursuing a career in teaching or a related field.

The Academic Mentor position is full-time, Monday to Friday, starting in November and continuing until the end of the academic year. If you are a graduate looking to gain meaningful school experience while making a difference to pupils' education, this could be the ideal next step.

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Academic Mentor role, in Lewisham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search 'Ribbons & Reeves'. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Academic Mentor role.

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