English Graduate Academic Mentor in Richmond, London

English Graduate Academic Mentor

Secondary School based in Richmond, London • Salary £500 - £600 per week • September 2025 start • Interviewing Immediately

Are you an English graduate ready to turn your passion for language and literature into a fulfilling classroom role?

Would you relish the opportunity to support students with everything from analytical essays to creative writing workshops?

Do you want to explore the teaching profession in a supportive school environment while building your own skills and confidence?

This English Graduate Teaching Assistant role offers the perfect launchpad to explore teaching while making a real impact on students' academic growth in a highly supportive Southwark secondary school.

English Graduate Teaching Assistant: Person Specification

• English Graduate Teaching Assistant – Ideal candidate will have achieved 2:1 or higher in an English or Humanities based degree
• Some experience working with young people in some capacity is desirable but not essential
• A can-do attitude as well as an enthusiastic attitude towards learning
• An open nature and the ability to build strong, positive relationships with students
• The ideal English Graduate Teaching Assistant for this post will hold a genuine interest in establishing a long-term career in the education sector

English Graduate Teaching Assistant: Role Specification

Join a vibrant and high-achieving school in London as an English Graduate Academic Mentor, where academic ambition meets a strong sense of community and purpose. Rated Good by Ofsted, this is a place where students thrive—achieving excellent GCSE and A-level results—while exploring a rich co-curricular life that includes sports tours, theatre productions, Duke of Edinburgh, and student leadership. The school offers a warm, respectful environment with exceptional pastoral care and a clear commitment to developing the whole person. Staff enjoy strong leadership, meaningful professional development, and a culture that genuinely values collaboration and wellbeing.

As an English Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Deliver 1-1 and small group intervention sessions to support learners across KS3, 4 & 5
• Build trusted relationships with students that enhance their school experience
• Support classroom learning and lesson delivery alongside qualified teachers
• Plan and deliver targeted tutoring sessions to help students deepen their understanding and confidence in English
• Benefit from weekly training sessions designed to develop your skills and knowledge of educational practice

This English Graduate Teaching Assistant role is full-time. You will follow the school week, working Monday-Friday; 8:30am to 4:00pm daily during term-time.

Is this English Graduate Teaching Assistant role the opportunity you’ve been looking for to kickstart your teaching career? Apply today and take your first step into education.

Share your CV with us at KPi Education by clicking ‘Apply’ today – we look forward to hearing from you.

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