Sixth Form Academic Mentor

About the role

This position offers a graduate or aspiring educator the chance to support 16‑19 year‑old students in a thriving secondary school and sixth form environment. You will help learners develop confidence, resilience and effective study habits during a pivotal stage of their education.

Key responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral guidance to sixth form students.
• Manage a dedicated Study Zone for up to 100 students, ensuring a calm, purposeful environment.
• Promote positive behaviour for learning and monitor attendance.
• Deliver targeted mentoring, interventions and support for university applications and career planning.
• Coordinate enrichment activities and sixth form events.

Required profile

• Recent graduate with a strong academic record.
• Experience leading or supervising large groups of young people.
• Excellent communication, organisational and relationship‑building abilities.
• Positive, resilient and approachable attitude.
• Interest in a future career in teaching, educational psychology, pastoral care or youth work.

Required skills

What we offer

• Placement within a welcoming, ambitious school community.
• Hands‑on experience alongside an experienced sixth form team.
• Professional development opportunities in an educational setting.