Subject Mentor/Tutor (English or Mathematics) - temporary post October 2022 - July 2023

We wish to appoint someone with the following qualities and relevant skills and experience, who is able to provide tuition in either English or Maths for students in Years 7 to 11:

• English or Maths subject specialist OR recent A level/Level 3 or degree level qualifications
• experience of tutoring/mentoring (desirable but not essential)
• commitment to and belief in the ability of all students to be successful learners
• ability to work within a team
• ability to build positive, enduring relationships based on high expectations
• solution focused, with a 'can do' attitude
• hardworking, enthusiastic and positive

The successful applicant will work alongside our Heads of Department to deliver targeted support and tuition to students. Tuition will take place during the academy day (8.30 am - 3.00pm) as well as for an hour after school. Precise times to be confirmed upon appointment. Please provide details of the days and times you are available within your application. Rate of pay will be subject to experience and qualifications.

This is a temporary post from October 2022 to July 2023.

Please see the attached job description and Person Specification for further details.

Buckler's Mead Academy is a highly inclusive academy in the east of Yeovil, close to the Dorset border. Our vision as an academy is an "inspiring education for all". We believe that all members of our community should be given the opportunity to be happy, achieve, participate and become successful. Our job as professionals is to ensure this happens.   All our staff sign up to these aspirations and play a full role in contributing to this vision through inclusive teaching. We seek to recruit dedicated and talented staff, highly committed to making a difference.  

We are part of the Midsomer Norton Schools' Partnership - a highly successful Multi Academy Trust, often considered the 'market leader' in the South West for school improvement.

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to references and a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before confirmation. 

Buckler's Mead Academy is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no smoking site.

Applications should be sent for the attention of Mr Mark Lawrence, Headteacher and should include details of your current experience and suitability for the role.

Thank you for your interest. We look forward to receiving your application.