Learning Mentor – Secondary Role | Supportive Southwark Secondary School

Are you a compassionate, driven graduate or experienced mentor ready to make a genuine impact in secondary education? This rewarding Learning Mentor opportunity places you in a high-achieving and inclusive Southwark secondary school, where you’ll support students in overcoming academic and personal challenges during a crucial phase of their development.

This values-led school is deeply committed to helping every student succeed—both inside and outside the classroom. As a Learning Mentor, you’ll work closely with students across Key Stages 3 and 4, offering tailored support, boosting resilience, and helping pupils stay engaged with learning.

Key Highlights:

• Learning Mentor role supporting KS3 & KS4 students in Southwark
• £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time position starting September 2025
• Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school with an excellent pastoral support system
• Located in vibrant Southwark – great transport access via Northern, Jubilee, and Overground lines
• Join a student-centred, collaborative team with training and progression support
• Ideal for aspiring teachers, youth workers, counsellors, or educational psychologists
• Interviews ongoing – early applications encouraged

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing 1:1 and small group mentoring for students with academic, behavioural, or emotional needs
• Supporting students’ personal development, motivation, and engagement
• Assisting with goal setting, behaviour plans, and individual learning strategies
• Helping pupils develop social, emotional, and resilience skills
• Liaising with teaching staff, SENCO, and pastoral leads to implement student support
• Encouraging attendance, punctuality, and a positive attitude to learning
• Acting as a consistent, positive adult role model for young people navigating adolescence

Ideal Learning Mentor for This Southwark School:

• Graduate or experienced mentor with a genuine passion for youth support
• Empathetic, patient, and confident working with teenagers from diverse backgrounds
• Able to build trust and rapport quickly with students who need additional guidance
• Experience in mentoring, schools, youth work, or mental health support is highly desirable
• Available full-time from September 2025 to July 2026
• Ambitious to develop within education, psychology, social care, or youth leadership

Why Join This Southwark Secondary School?

• Strong focus on wellbeing, student voice, and positive relationships
• Experienced pastoral team and dedicated CPD for learning mentors
• Clear progression routes into education and youth leadership careers
• Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and community values
• Central Southwark location with great access to transport and local resources

How to Apply:

If you're a dedicated Learning Mentor ready to support students during a pivotal time in their education, we want to hear from you. Click 'APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED today.

This is a brilliant opportunity to make a long-term difference while building your own skills and career in a rewarding Southwark secondary school.