MATHS ACADEMIC MENTOR
HOURS: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
SALARY: Grade 8 Points 15 - 18
Full Time Equivalent: £28,605.00 to 31,029.00 per annum
Actual Salary: £23,840.00 to £25,861.00 per annum
CLOSING DATE: 8am on Monday 29th September 2025
INTERVIEW DATE: To be confirmed but immediately after the closing date.
JOB OVERVIEW
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support the teaching and learning of Maths at Sir Jonathan North Girls' College in Leicester. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Working with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to identify the support each pupil needs.
- Identifying learning gaps and helping to create bespoke intervention programmes for pupils.
- Developing and delivering engaging sessions to support a range of learners with clear learning objectives.
- Delivering measurable outcomes form each session to track progress.
- To provide a high quality tuition and academic support and tailored one to one or small groups.
- Work alongside the pupils' teacher to plan and deliver these interventions to support learning across the curriculum.
WHAT WE OFFER
- The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
- Good opportunities for personal and career development.
- Pension Scheme.
- Access to gym and Private Medical Insurance.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
- GCSE English and Maths at grade C/5 or above.
- A proven ability to work on their own initiative.
- High level communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
- The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
- A can-do attitude.
- A commitment to the well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
Safeguarding Statement
This post is eligible for a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (i.e. it involves certain activities in relation to children and/or adults) and is defined as regulated activity under Part 1 of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006. This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check).
Sir Jonathan North and the Lionheart Educational Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we have sufficient applicants with appropriate skills.