Location
Woolwich Rd, London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£32,535 per annum

About the Role
Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) is seeking a dedicated and professional Social Academic Mentor to join our inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school community. This is an exciting opportunity to support vulnerable students by acting as a positive role model and champion, forming strong relationships and using creative approaches to equip them with the skills needed to be successful and happy.

As a Social Academic Mentor, you will provide targeted intervention and support within the key stage, contributing to the raising standards agenda. You will encourage and enable students to become independent and resilient learners through one-to-one and small group coaching focused on academic skills, wellbeing, self-management, and emotional literacy.

Our mission is to ensure all students achieve excellent outcomes by delivering high-quality teaching and learning in collaboration with universities, public bodies, and private sector partners. We foster a creative, innovative, and challenging learning environment that empowers students to become responsible and successful citizens ready to make a positive impact in their communities.

At RGTS, staff wellbeing is central to our working environment without compromising teaching quality. We invest in our staff through excellent professional development, career growth opportunities, supportive leadership, and access to an Employee Assistance Scheme. You will also benefit from collaboration within the wider University Schools Trust network.

Experience
Experience working with young people in an educational or mentoring capacity is desirable but not explicitly required.

About you
- Reliable and enthusiastic team player
- Passionate about supporting young people to thrive
- Professional, organised, and committed to high standards
- Able to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
- Flexible, proactive, and ready to contribute to school life

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not detailed; however, a commitment to professional development and safeguarding is essential. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and comply with safeguarding policies.