Graduate English Learning Mentor

A forward-thinking secondary school in East London is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Graduate English Learning Mentor to join their supportive team

About the role

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an English graduate to gain valuable experience within a classroom environment and develop the skills needed for a future career in education.

Working alongside the English department, you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 by helping them build confidence in reading, writing and communication. You will assist during lessons, support students with their understanding of key concepts and deliver focused interventions to help improve progress and attainment.

This position would be ideal for a graduate who enjoys working with young people and is interested in exploring teacher training or a long-term career within education.

About the school

This is an inclusive and ambitious secondary academy committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. The school offers a supportive environment where staff work collaboratively to create engaging learning experiences and help students achieve their goals.

The English department plays a key role in developing students’ literacy, creativity and critical thinking skills. This opportunity allows a graduate to gain first-hand classroom experience while making a meaningful contribution to students’ learning and development.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Graduate English Learning Mentor you will:

• A strong academic background and enthusiasm for English
• A genuine desire to support students in developing their literacy skills
• The ability to communicate clearly and build positive relationships with young people.
• A patient, encouraging and adaptable approach.
• A degree in English Literature, English Language, Creative Writing or a related subject

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].