English Learning Mentor - Secondary School - Leeds
Start date: After February half term
Are you an English graduate keen to support young people and build experience in a secondary school setting?
Are you exploring a future career in teaching, education, or student support?
Aspire People are partnering with a friendly and high-performing secondary school in Leeds that is looking to appoint an English Learning Mentor on a full-time, long-term basis from after the February half term. This role is ideal for graduates who want meaningful, hands-on experience helping students develop confidence and progress in English.
The Role: English Learning Mentor
As an English Learning Mentor, you'll work closely with students across Key Stages 3 and 4, providing tailored academic and pastoral support to help them succeed in English. Your role will include:
* Mentoring students during English lessons, focusing on literacy, comprehension, and written expression
* Delivering targeted 1:1 and small-group intervention sessions, particularly for GCSE English
* Supporting pupils who lack confidence or need extra encouragement to engage with learning
* Assisting teachers with lesson preparation, classroom activities, and behaviour support
* Offering additional help with homework, coursework, and exam revision
* Working with students who have SEN or additional learning needs
* Promoting positive attitudes, motivation, and progress across the English curriculum
* Occasionally supervising classes when required (full guidance and training provided)
English Learning Mentor - What We're Looking For
* A 2:1 or above degree in English or a related subject
* A genuine interest in education and mentoring young people
* Experience supporting or tutoring KS3/KS4 students is desirable
* Strong communication skills and a high level of written English
* A calm, patient, and encouraging approach
* Any experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential
* An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
English Learning Mentor - What's On Offer
* A welcoming and supportive secondary school environment in Leeds
* Full-time position, Monday to Friday, term-time only
* Competitive daily pay, dependent on experience
* Excellent preparation for a future career in teaching or education
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Confirmed start date after February half term
English Learning Mentor - Apply Now
If you're an English graduate looking to make a real difference while gaining valuable school-based experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this English Learning Mentor role in Leeds.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks