Russell Group Academic Mentor

Russell Group Academic Mentor – Southwark – September 2026

Are you a Russell Group graduate looking to gain school-based experience before moving into teaching, educational psychology or wider education? This Russell Group Academic Mentor opportunity from September 2026 is ideal for a high‑achieving graduate keen to support pupils within a secondary school that places strong emphasis on academic ambition, structure and progression.

This Russell Group Academic Mentor role is based within a high‑performing Southwark secondary school recognised for its strong sixth form provision, ambitious curriculum and focus on university progression. Pupils are encouraged to aim for top universities and competitive pathways, with the school maintaining high expectations around behaviour, attendance and academic outcomes throughout all key stages.

The successful Russell Group Academic Mentor will work closely with classroom teachers and intervention leads to support pupils across KS3‑KS5, providing targeted academic support, delivering small‑group interventions and helping pupils develop confidence in core subject areas. This role would particularly suit graduates considering teacher training in the future.

Weekly Pay | £480‑£510 per week

• Experience working within a high‑performing secondary school environment
• Opportunities to support GCSE and A Level pupils across multiple subject areas
• Strong mentoring and guidance from experienced teachers and middle leaders
• Access to teacher training pathways and school‑based progression opportunities
• A calm and structured school culture with clear behaviour systems
• Extensive enrichment opportunities and university preparation programmes
• Valuable classroom experience ideal for aspiring teachers or educational professionals
• Collaborative staff culture with consistent support throughout the academic year

• Hold strong A‑Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a Bachelor's degree from a Russell Group university
• Be confident supporting pupils academically across secondary education
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Be proactive, organised and enthusiastic about education
• Have ambitions to progress within education or related sectors