Learning Mentor | Supportive Hackney Secondary School

Are you a compassionate, driven graduate or experienced mentor looking to make a real impact in a secondary school setting? This rewarding Learning Mentor opportunity places you in a pivotal role supporting KS4 students at a well-respected Hackney secondary school with a strong pastoral focus. The school prides itself on helping every student reach their full potential—academically and personally. As a Learning Mentor, you’ll work closely with students in Years 10 and 11, offering tailored support during this crucial GCSE phase and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

Key Highlights:

• Learning Mentor role supporting KS4 students in Hackney
• £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time position starting September 2025
• ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated school with a supportive leadership team
• Located in Hackney – excellent transport links and local amenities
• Join a friendly, student-focused team with ongoing training
• Ideal for aspiring teachers, youth workers, counsellors, or educational psychologists
• Interviewing now – secure your September role early

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Offering 1:1 and small group mentoring for KS4 students
• Supporting students' personal, emotional, and academic development
• Helping pupils with exam preparation, motivation, and resilience
• Building positive relationships with students who may face challenges in or out of school
• Collaborating with teaching and pastoral teams to implement support plans
• Encouraging consistent attendance, punctuality, and positive behaviour
• Acting as a role model and trusted adult for young people navigating adolescence

Ideal Learning Mentor For This Hackney School:

• Graduate or experienced mentor with a strong commitment to student welfare
• Empathetic, patient, and proactive in supporting young people
• Confident communicator who can build trust and motivate students
• Experience working with teenagers, especially in mentoring, school or youth settings
• Committed to full-time, term-time work from September through July
• Ambitious to grow in education, psychology, or social care sectors

Why Join This Inclusive Hackney School?

• Strong pastoral focus with excellent staff-student relationships
• Committed leadership team that values staff development
• Holistic approach to student achievement and wellbeing
• Regular CPD, peer support, and clear progression routes
• Vibrant, diverse Hackney location with a creative community atmosphere

How to Apply:

If you’re a dedicated Learning Mentor ready to support KS4 students through the crucial GCSE years, this is the opportunity for you. Click ‘APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED today. This is an exciting opportunity to make a long-term impact on students’ academic and personal journeys in a respected Hackney school.