New Job: English Academic Mentor in Enfield, North London

Job Description

English Academic Mentor – Enfield – September 2026

About the School

This well-regarded secondary school with sixth form in the London Borough of Enfield is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its ambitious English curriculum, strong commitment to literacy across the whole school, and genuine belief that every pupil - regardless of starting point - deserves to leave as a confident, articulate, and capable communicator. The school has a thriving English department and a culture where every English Academic Mentor is treated as a valued contributor to pupil progress and departmental life.

English Academic Mentor - What the School Offers

• Subject-specific CPD tailored to English intervention, literacy development, and KS4 examination preparation


• A supportive English department with shared resources, open planning, and experienced colleagues on hand


• A structured induction with dedicated mentoring from qualified English practitioners from day one


• A collaborative, welcoming school culture where every English Academic Mentor is genuinely backed


• Strong potential for teacher training pathways or extended contracts for high-performing staff

English Academic Mentor - What the Role Involves

• Delivering targeted one-to-one and small-group English intervention sessions across KS3, KS4, and sixth form


• Supporting pupils working below expected levels or preparing for GCSE English Language and Literature examinations


• Developing pupils' reading comprehension, analytical writing, and spoken communication through structured sessions


• Tracking individual progress and feeding back regularly to the class teacher and Head of English


• Building motivating, trusted relationships with pupils who may have previously disengaged from English

English Academic Mentor - What the School is Looking For

The ideal English Academic Mentor will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university, ideally in English, English Literature, or a closely related Humanities discipline. Previous child-centred experience in a UK educational setting is highly valued. The school is seeking a passionate, articulate, and committed English Academic Mentor with strong communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for literacy and language.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

English Academic Mentor - Salary and Contract Info

• £450 to £530 per week, pro rata to term time only


• Full-time, long-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027


• Term-time only


• Potential for future teacher training or extended contracts following a successful placement

If you are a literature lover with a talent for communication and a desire to help young people find their voice, this English Academic Mentor role in Enfield is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting difference in a school that genuinely values the power of language.

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English Academic Mentor | September 2026 | INDSUP