Academic Mentoring Programme

Frequently Asked Questions (candidates)

These FAQs are aimed at candidates interested in applying for the Academic Mentoring Programme or for anyone that has already applied for the programme. Please refer to the sections below to find the information you need. We’ll update and add to these FAQs as the programme progresses.

If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please contact: academicmentoring@teachfirst.org.uk.

Current vacancies

Eligibility

Joining the Training Programme

Location

Salary and contracts

Selection and hiring

Support and school matching

Training

Working hours

Click here to apply to our Academic Mentoring Programme:

Apply to be a mentor

 

Frequently Asked Questions (schools)

These FAQs are aimed at schools interested in the programme or that have raised a vacancy for a mentor. Please refer to the sections listed below to find the information you need. We'll update and add to the FAQs over the coming months.

If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please contact academicmentoring@teachfirst.org.uk.

Eligibility

Headteacher nominations

Multi-Academy Trusts and other school settings

The National Tutoring Programme

Responsibilities and performance management

Salary, costs and contracts

Selection and hiring

Start and finish dates

Training

Working hours

Click here to recruit academic mentors:

Hire a mentor