Academic Mentor – Shape Tomorrow’s Achievers in Dynamic Havering School

Step into a transformative Academic Mentor role where you’ll empower students while launching your own exceptional career in education. If you’re an energetic, high-achieving graduate with fierce ambition—ready to make a measurable difference in a vibrant Havering school—this is your chance to inspire, lead, and shine in a role that promises far more than the average graduate position.

Immerse yourself in a supportive, Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ environment surrounded by forward-thinking educators, enriching every day with real influence. Gain hands-on experience, cutting-edge mentoring training, and tailored professional growth, all while working alongside inspirational staff and visionary school leaders. This is your opportunity to accelerate a career in teaching, psychology, or SEN, benefitting from state-of-the-art resources and a culture that celebrates initiative, compassion, and continuous learning.

Key Highlights:

• Academic Mentor with huge scope for impact and development
• Circa £27,000 Pro-rata – Exceptional value in Havering
• Based in a thriving, innovative Havering secondary school
• Ofsted graded Outstanding: a beacon for excellence and support
• Unrivalled CPD, mentoring, and leadership progression pathways
• Ideal for high-achieving graduates, aspiring teachers, or future SEN/psych professionals
• Modern classrooms, high-tech learning suites, and a passionate, future-focused team

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering academic interventions and thought-provoking small group sessions
• Supporting students to overcome barriers, boosting confidence and attainment
• Collaborating with exceptional teachers to create tailored learning strategies
• Tracking and celebrating student progress—and helping to break boundaries
• Acting as a role model for resilience, ambition, and lifelong learning
• Engaging with parents, staff, and leaders to enhance whole-school achievement

Ideal "Academic Mentor" for this Havering School:

• First-class graduate with a record of academic excellence
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or passionate SEN specialist
• Driven, motivated, and fully committed to making a genuine difference
• Empathetic communicator with a natural flair for encouragement
• Relentless in pursuing progress for every young person
• Inspired by education and seeking to shape lives in a premium setting

Why Join This Havering School?:

• A welcoming, diverse, and high-performing school community
• Outstanding behaviour and a strong culture of mutual respect
• Mentoring by expert educators and school leaders
• Fast-track routes to teaching positions or further study
• Enriching extra-curricular options and leadership roles
• Consistent recognition, reward, and investment in your future

How to Apply

Seize your chance to make a difference—our Havering secondary schools are interviewing dynamic Academic Mentors right now. Roles are filling fast, so if you’re ready to empower students and bring energy to our support team, submit your application without delay. Immediate starts are available for those who move quickly!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!