About the Role
Academic Mentor for English Intervention & the Welfare Hub at Queen Mary’s Grammar School, Walsall. The role aims to provide targeted academic intervention and structured individual support for vulnerable students, focusing on improving GCSE English outcomes and supporting students accessing the Welfare Hub.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead small‑group GCSE English and literacy intervention for selected Year 10 and Year 11 students.
- Plan and deliver small, targeted lunchtime KS3 literacy clubs to promote reading confidence and writing fluency.
- Provide 1:1 and small‑group academic mentoring within the Welfare Hub for students with SEND, SEMH, anxiety, or other barriers.
- Collaborate with English department, SEND and pastoral teams to ensure joined‑up, purposeful support that improves attainment, engagement, attendance and reintegration.
- Work flexibly within the school environment, sharing expertise to enhance the learning experience of all students and drive up academic achievement.
Salary
Pay range: NJC SCP 9–17.
Benefits
- Discounts on everyday purchases (Eden Red)
- Free comprehensive health plan (UK Health Care)
- Cycle to work scheme via Halfords
- Access to the Blue Light Card and further benefits through the Mercian Trust CPD programmes
Equal Opportunities Statement
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Application Information
Please provide a personal statement to support your application and highlight any attributes, skills and experience you will bring to this role. Applications will be screened for AI‑generated content; please do not use AI assistants during the application process.
Contact
Mrs Nicole Turner (SLT Administrator) – n.turner@qmgs.merciantrust.org.uk
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