Graduate Geography Learning Mentor

An ambitious secondary school in East London is looking to appoint a Graduate Geography Learning Mentor to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4.

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Geography graduate who is passionate about education and keen to gain hands-on classroom experience.

As a Graduate Geography Learning Mentor, you will work alongside the Geography department to support students with their learning, help develop subject confidence and encourage curiosity about the world around them. You will assist with lessons, support targeted interventions and provide guidance to students who may need additional help to reach their potential.

This role is particularly suited to graduates who are considering a future career in teaching and want to develop their classroom skills within a supportive secondary school setting.

About the school

The school is a welcoming and high-achieving secondary academy with a strong focus on providing students with a broad and engaging education. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, strong leadership and opportunities to develop professionally.

The Geography department is passionate about creating engaging lessons that help students understand key global issues, develop critical thinking skills and build a strong foundation in the subject. This position offers graduates the opportunity to make a real difference while gaining valuable experience before progressing into teacher training or a wider career in education.

Requirements

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

• A degree in Geography, Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Geography or a related subject.
• A strong interest in inspiring young people and supporting their academic progress
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with students effectively
• A positive, patient and encouraging approach
• The confidence to support students both independently and as part of a wider department.

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].