Job Description

English Academic Mentor | Lewisham

Are you an English graduate looking to inspire pupils and support their literacy development? This English Academic Mentor opportunity in Lewisham offers the chance to work within a secondary school environment supporting students with reading, writing and confidence in English.

This English Academic Mentor role is ideal for a graduate interested in teaching, English education or working with young people. The successful English Academic Mentor will support pupils through targeted interventions, reading support and small-group sessions designed to improve attainment.

The school recognises the importance of literacy in improving outcomes across the curriculum and provides structured support to help pupils develop essential skills.

Full Academic Year | £500–£550 per week

What the school can offer an English Academic Mentor:

• Experience supporting KS3 and KS4 English


• Opportunity to deliver literacy interventions


• Development of teaching and mentoring skills


• Support from experienced English teachers


• Insight into assessment and pupil progress


• Strong preparation for teacher training


• A department focused on raising literacy outcomes

The successful English Academic Mentor will:

• Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree in English or related subject


• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Support pupils with confidence and literacy


• Build positive relationships with students


• Be enthusiastic and motivated


• Have a passion for English and education

If you are looking for an English Academic Mentor role where you can use your subject knowledge to support pupil progress, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity from September 2026.

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English Academic Mentor | Lewisham | INDSUP