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SIxth Form Academic Mentor, RIBBONS AND REEVES
Sixth Form Academic Mentor | Sutton
Are you a graduate or aspiring educator looking to make a real difference in young people's lives?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving secondary school and sixth form, supporting students during one of the most important stages of their education.
About The Role
As a Sixth Form Academic Mentor, you'll provide academic and pastoral support to students, empowering them with the confidence, resilience, and study skills necessary for success.
- Oversee a dedicated Sixth Form Study Zone, accommodating up to 100 students, creating a calm and structured learning environment.
- Foster excellent behaviour for learning and monitor attendance.
- Deliver targeted mentoring and interventions to support individual student needs.
- Assist in university applications, careers guidance, enrichment activities, and wider sixth form events.
- Ensure students are fully prepared for their upcoming academic and career paths.
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What Are We Looking For?
We’re seeking a graduate or aspiring educator with passion for helping young people. Ideal candidates will have:
- A degree and strong academic background.
- Experience leading, coaching, or supervising large groups of young people, including managing a study space for up to 100 students and maintaining order.
- Strong communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills.
- An approachable, positive, and resilient attitude, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
- A willingness to consider a career in teaching or education, making this role a valuable stepping stone.
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Why Join This School?
- Become part of a welcoming, ambitious, and supportive school community.
- Work closely with an experienced sixth-form team, gaining practical educational experience.
- Contribute to genuine student success, from academic progression to career readiness.
- Ideal for those exploring careers in teaching, educational psychology, pastoral care, or youth work.
- Receive on-going professional development in a rewarding environment.
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Explore more roles here: Ribbons & Reeves website. Good luck with your application to this Sixth Form Academic Mentor position in Sutton.
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