1:1 Learning Support Mentor

TeacherActive; City Of London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking experienced 1:1 Learning Support Mentors to provide dedicated support for pupils with complex needs in schools across East London. Ideal candidates will have experience in primary education and be able to confidently engage with children facing communication difficulties, ASD, ADHD, and other developmental challenges. The role offers market leading pay rates and comprehensive support from a dedicated team. Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to quality service make this a unique opportunity.

Benefits

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary school setting is essential.
• Must be confident working 1:1 with children with complex needs.
• Ability to adapt to individual learner needs is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo.
• Provide consistent structure and support for pupils.
• Engage meaningfully with pupils throughout the day.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils in a primary school setting

Confidence working 1:1 with children who have complex or high-level SEN needs

Strong relationship-building skills with pupils, staff and families

Calm, consistent strategies for behaviour, communication and emotional regulation

Patient, nurturing and proactive approach

Job description

TeacherActive, one of the UK s largest education recruitment agencies, is proud to be supporting Primary Schools across East London including a highly regarded school in Poplar who are seeking experienced 1:1 Learning Support Mentors to join their team. We are committed to providing schools with dedicated, skilled and caring staff, supported by specialist in-house Career Progression Development opportunities.

This Poplar school is looking for Learning Support Mentors who can confidently work 1:1 with pupils presenting high-level or complex needs such as communication difficulties, ASD, ADHD, SEMH, behavioural challenges, medical needs, and global developmental delay. Staff joining the team must be resilient, reliable, and able to work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and wider support staff to ensure the pupil receives consistent structure, regulation support and meaningful engagement throughout the day.

Whether you are looking for day-to-day work, a long-term position or a permanent role, our consultants work closely with both specialist and mainstream settings and offer a smooth, fully online onboarding process.

The successful 1:1 Learning Support Mentor will have:

• Experience supporting pupils in a primary school setting
• Confidence working 1:1 with children who have complex or high-level SEN needs
• The ability to use calm, consistent strategies for behaviour, communication and emotional regulation
• Strong relationship-building skills with pupils, staff and families
• A patient, nurturing and proactive approach, with the flexibility to adapt to individual learner needs

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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.