Sixth Form Academic Mentor

Sixth Form Academic Mentor - Saint Cecilia's Church of England School

About Us

Sixth Form Academic Mentor

Starting salary, Scale 6 point 18 of NJC pay scale, £37,508 full time equivalent

Pro-rata salary is £32,986 (Government pay award applied).

Term time plus 2 days (39 weeks per year)

To start in September 2026

As one of the most successful and over-subscribed, non-selective schools in South West London with Music and Mathematics as a specialism, we are a truly inclusive and dynamic place to work.

This post requires relationship building with teachers and specific students, plus the ability to be pro-active and confident in planning and delivering a range of sessions to small groups, or 1-1, which support academic progress and remove barriers to learning. After school private study time will be necessary. This role also includes 2 extra days to attend exam results day and evening events. This post is a permanent post. A good standard of computer skills, literacy and the ability to prioritise is essential for this post.

As a vibrant school of just over 1,000 pupils with a thriving academic Sixth Form, Saint Cecilia's is also a caring Christian community, and together with a close-knit team of dedicated teaching and support staff, has achieved excellent academic success. Whilst candidates must be in sympathy with the aims of a Church of England School, a Christian commitment is not essential. As one of the most successful and over-subscribed, non-selective schools in South West London with Music and Mathematics as a specialism, we are a truly inclusive and dynamic place to work.

Located close to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club, Saint Cecilia's is well connected to central London and the West End, as well as the tranquil Surrey countryside, by exceptional transport links. The school lies within the Inner London Weighting area, which adds a significant increase to salary.

The nearest underground station is Southfields (District line - Zone 3 and less than a five-minute walk), which is only five minutes from Wimbledon station and 16 minutes from Earl's Court. The area is well served by numerous bus connections to Clapham Junction and Richmond.

To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the 'visit website' button at the top of this page.

Alternatively, visit our website https://www.saintcecilias.london/workforus

Completed applications should be returned to the school by email applications@saintcecilias.london

Closing Date: 18 May 2026 (at 9am)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please note that we do not accept CVs and we do not provide visa sponsorship.

Saint Cecilia's Church of England School

Sutherland Grove, London SW18 5JR

Telephone:

Fax:

E-mail: recruitment@saintcecilias.london

Web: www.saintcecilias.london

Headteacher: Renata Joseph

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Attached documents

• Working at Saint Cecilia's booklet April 2026.pdf


• Sixth Form Academic Mentor - Job Profile and Person Spec.pdf


• Support Staff Application Form.docx

Salary

Starting salary, Scale 6 point 18 of NJC pay scale, £37,508 full time equivalent

Pro-rata salary is £32,986 (Government pay award applied).

Job Reference randw/TP/55/9246

Contract Type Term Time

Closing Date 18 May, 2026

Job Category Schools / Academies - Support staff roles

Business Unit SFS Schools

Location Greater London, United Kingdom

Posted on 7 May, 2026

#s1-Gen

This post requires relationship building with teachers and specific students, plus the ability to be pro-active and confident in planning and delivering a range of sessions to small groups, or 1-1, which support academic progress and remove barriers to learning. After school private study time will be necessary. This role also includes 2 extra days to attend exam results day and evening events. This post is a permanent post. A good standard of computer skills, literacy and the ability to prioritise is essential for this post.

As a vibrant school of just over 1,000 pupils with a thriving academic Sixth Form, Saint Cecilia's is also a caring Christian community, and together with a close-knit team of dedicated teaching and support staff, has achieved excellent academic success. Whilst candidates must be in sympathy with the aims of a Church of England School, a Christian commitment is not essential. As one of the most successful and over-subscribed, non-selective schools in South West London with Music and Mathematics as a specialism, we are a truly inclusive and dynamic place to work.

Located close to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club, Saint Cecilia's is well connected to central London and the West End, as well as the tranquil Surrey countryside, by exceptional transport links. The school lies within the Inner London Weighting area, which adds a significant increase to salary.

The nearest underground station is Southfields (District line - Zone 3 and less than a five-minute walk), which is only five minutes from Wimbledon station and 16 minutes from Earl's Court. The area is well served by numerous bus connections to Clapham Junction and Richmond.

Starting salary, Scale 6 point 18 of NJC pay scale, £37,508 full time equivalent

Pro-rata salary is £32,986 (Government pay award applied).

Term time plus 2 days (39 weeks per year)

To start in September 2026

As one of the most successful and over-subscribed, non-selective schools in South West London with Music and Mathematics as a specialism, we are a truly inclusive and dynamic place to work.