Learning Mentor

Description

Job Title: Learning Mentor (Pastoral)

Contract: Full Time, Temporary

Location: South Yardley

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentor (Grade 3) to join a lovely Primary School in South Yardley. This is a full-time position focused on providing pastoral support to pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis.

About the Role

As a Learning Mentor, you will work closely with pupils who may present with a range of needs, including behavioural challenges, learning difficulties, and anxiety. This is a pastoral role with no curriculum delivery requirement. Your primary focus will be to support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, engagement, and readiness to learn.

You will also play an important role in supporting attendance, working with children and families to identify barriers and implement strategies to improve school engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group pastoral support to pupils

Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, and learning needs

Implement behaviour management strategies effectively and consistently

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils

Engage in sensitive and sometimes challenging conversations with parents and carers

Support attendance monitoring and work proactively with families to improve attendance

Liaise with staff and external agencies where appropriate

Maintain accurate records of interventions and progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience working with children or young people in a school or similar setting

Strong behaviour management skills

Confidence in holding professional, difficult conversations with parents and carers

A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

· A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

· Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*

· CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

· Market leading rates of pay

· TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

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