History Academic Mentor – Haringey – September 2026
This well‑regarded secondary school in the London Borough of Haringey is rated Good by Ofsted and is recognised for its rich, knowledge‑driven Humanities curriculum, strong commitment to academic progress, and genuine belief that understanding the past is essential to navigating the present. History is a valued and enthusiastically taught subject across the school, and every History Academic Mentor who joins plays a meaningful and appreciated role in supporting pupils to engage with it at the highest level.
What the School Offers
- Subject‑specific CPD tailored to History intervention, source analysis support, and GCSE examination preparation
- A supportive Humanities department with experienced colleagues, shared resources, and collaborative planning structures
- A structured induction with dedicated mentoring from qualified History practitioners from day one
- A diverse, culturally rich school community that brings genuine personal connection to historical topics and debates
- Strong potential for teacher training pathways or extended contracts for high‑performing staff
What the Role Involves
- Delivering targeted one‑to‑one and small‑group History intervention sessions across KS3 and KS4
- Supporting pupils working below expected levels or preparing for GCSE History examinations
- Helping pupils develop extended writing, source analysis, and historical argument skills through structured sessions
- Tracking individual pupil progress and feeding back regularly to the class teacher and Head of History
- Building motivating, trusted relationships with pupils to develop their confidence and enthusiasm for the subject
What the School is Looking For
The ideal History Academic Mentor will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university, ideally in History or a closely related Humanities discipline. Previous child‑centred experience in a UK educational setting is highly valued. The school is seeking a passionate, articulate, and proactive History Academic Mentor with strong communication skills and a genuine love of the subject.
Must have legal right to work in the UK; we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
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