Alternative Provision Learning Mentor - Southsea

Prospero Teaching; Southsea; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in Southsea is seeking a passionate Learning Mentor to support secondary school students in a nurturing setting. The ideal candidate will assist in teaching functional English, Maths, and Science, while promoting emotional and personal development for learners with additional needs. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Free accredited CPD courses

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

Ongoing support throughout placement

Qualifications

• Experience in a supportive role within educational settings is essential.
• Knowledge of SEMH, autism, and ADHD support strategies is preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding compliance and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of English, Maths, and Science for KS3/KS4 students.
• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to learning plans.

Skills

Experience working with young people in alternative provision

Strong understanding of behaviour support

Calm and empathetic approach

Job description

Overview

Prospero Teaching is seeking a compassionate and flexible Learning Mentor to support students within a specialist alternative provision at a secondary school in Southsea. This full-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to work closely with KS3 and KS4 learners who thrive in a personalised and nurturing educational setting. This position is offered on a full-time basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent role.

Role

• As an Alternative Provision Learning Mentor, you'll play a vital role in helping young people re-engage with education. Working alongside teaching staff, you'll support the delivery of functional English, Maths, and Science, while fostering emotional well-being, resilience, and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of functional English, Maths, and Science for KS3/KS4 students.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Provide tailored support for students with SEMH, autism, ADHD, and other additional needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, families, and external agencies.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to individual learning plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and self-esteem.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people in alternative provision, SEN, or mainstream settings.
• Strong understanding of behaviour support and differentiated learning strategies.
• A calm, empathetic, and adaptable approach to engagement.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.

Eligibility Requirements

• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced child DBS certificate (or willingness to apply).
• References available upon request.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (or willingness to complete).

Why Join Prospero Teaching?

• Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Access to our in-house Training and Development Team.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.

If this is a role of interest, please reach out today with an up to date copy of your CV.