Graduate Learning Mentor - Pastoral

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands on experience in schools before pursuing a career in teaching, education, or educational psychology?

Step Into Teaching is offering an exciting opportunity to join an all-through secondary school in Hillingdon as a Graduate Learning Mentor, supporting students pastorally across Key Stage 5. This role is ideal for graduates who want to make a tangible impact while gaining practical school based experience.

What you'll do:

• Provide pastoral support to Key Stage 5 students, promoting positive behaviour, confidence and wellbeing
• Support learners in their academic and personal development
• Work alongside teachers, mentors and SEND teams to provide structured support
• Deliver 1:1 and small group sessions, prepare classroom materials, and contribute to a supportive school culture

Who we're looking for:

• Hold a degree with a 2:2 or above
• Be approachable, friendly and resilient
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be motivated to inspire students and help them achieve their potential
• Take direction and initiative when required
• Bring creativity and reflection to their work within the classroom
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

What we offer:

• Structured, school based experience across pastoral and academic support
• Insight into teaching, SEN support and educational psychology careers
• Experience that builds practical skills and enhances employability for future teacher training
• The opportunity to make a real difference to students' confidence, engagement and success

Why join us? You will gain invaluable exposure to a real school environment, supporting students during a critical stage of their education. This role allows you to contribute meaningfully every day while developing skills that will shape your future career in education.

Are you ready to make an impact? If so, Step Into Teaching would love to hear from you. Apply today and help support students as they prepare for success in Key Stage 5 and beyond.

How to apply: Click 'Apply' below to generate your interest and import your CV to into Teaching.

Step Into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Baring Service check.

We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. Because of the volume of applications, we sometimes cannot reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to apply for any other position you may see in the future.