Humanities Academic Mentor, Lewisham

Humanities Academic Mentor – Transform Learning at a Diverse Lewisham School

Unlock your future as a Humanities Academic Mentor in Lewisham! Step into an exceptional, high-impact support role where you’ll drive real academic progress in Humanities, inspire young minds, and champion the highest standards in one of South London’s most ambitious schools. This sought-after opportunity is custom-built for an outstanding graduate ready to immerse themselves in the world of education, psychology, or SEN – the perfect launching pad for an aspiring teacher or educational specialist.

Join a thriving, values-led secondary school renowned for its inclusive ethos and vibrant learning culture. As a Humanities Academic Mentor, you’ll gain unparalleled hands-on experience alongside expert teachers, with targeted CPD, full classroom immersion, and guided pathways towards your professional ambitions. Grow your skills within a dynamic, forward-thinking environment that takes pride in nurturing future leaders and celebrates both academic and personal achievement at every turn.

Key Highlights

• Humanities Academic Mentor – shaping futures in History, Geography, and RE

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Competitive daily rate

£105 • £115, paid weekly

• Based in Lewisham, easily accessible with excellent transport links
• Ofsted graded ‘Good with Outstanding features’ – high expectations and supportive leadership
• Rapid professional development, bespoke CPD, and tailored progression mapped to your goals
• Ideal for high-achieving Humanities, Social Science, or Psychology graduates eyeing teacher training, educational psychology or SEN pathways
• State-of-the-art facilities including modern humanities suites and digital learning resources

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering small group and one-to-one academic mentoring in core Humanities subjects
• Supporting classroom learning, bridging knowledge gaps and fostering curiosity
• Collaborating closely with passionate teachers to plan interventions for key students
• Tracking, reviewing, and reporting on student progress and celebrating milestone achievements
• Modelling resilience, enthusiasm, and intellectual curiosity both in and out of lessons
• Leading enrichment workshops and supporting extra-curricular projects in History, Geography, or RE

Ideal Humanities Academic

Mentor for this Lewisham School

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First-class or high 2

1 graduate in a Humanities, Social Science, or related field

• Driven, ambitious, and genuinely passionate about education and young people’s development
• An aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist seeking hands-on, high-impact school experience
• Excellent communicator with a proactive, solution-focused attitude
• Confident, compassionate, and ready to inspire diverse learners in an urban school setting
• Analytical thinker with the energy to deliver innovative academic support

Why Join This Lewisham School?

• Collaborative, welcoming staff community and inspiring leadership team
• Unmatched mentoring from specialist Humanities teachers
• Direct progression routes into salaried teacher training and Masters pathways
• Vibrant, diverse student cohort who value positive role models
• Award-winning behaviour culture, safeguarding, and pastoral care
• Consistent investment in modern resources and personalised professional development

Make your mark as a Humanities Academic Mentor in Lewisham, where your ambition will be fuelled and your potential truly recognised. Apply now to accelerate your educational career in a dynamic, supportive school that puts student – and staff – success at the heart of everything.