Graduate Learning Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated learning support mentor to join their team in a full-time role this September. In this rewarding position, you will provide essential support to students facing various challenges, helping them to overcome obstacles and re-engage positively in their learning journey. Your role will involve working closely with pupils, teachers, and parents to tailor support and advice, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. This temporary position offers the potential for permanency, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in education.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Enhanced DBS check assistance

Statutory holiday pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a school-based role is essential.
• Training in child protection and safeguarding required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups across various departments.
• Liaise with teachers and parents on student progress.

Skills

Learning Support

Communication Skills

Motivational Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Relevant Qualifications

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are working closely with a mainstream secondary school, seeking a learning support mentor to join them in a full-time position this September.

You will be required to support pupils 1:1 and in small groups (up to 3 students) across various departments and learning abilities. Your role includes providing support, motivation, and guidance to help students overcome obstacles in their learning. Some students may struggle academically, and your task is to help re-engage them positively in learning.

The successful candidate will support pupils who may have learning difficulties, mental health issues, lack of confidence, or family problems. You will help students develop coping strategies and raise their aspirations.

Previous experience in a similar school-based role is essential.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Organising activities
2. Actively listening to pupils’ concerns
3. Discussing and planning ways to address students’ issues
4. Liaising with teachers and parents/carers on student progress or difficulties
5. Providing tailored support and advice to each student

Applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training. Please see the FAQ section on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanency later.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children. We conduct safeguarding checks in accordance with DfE guidance, which may include online searches of shortlisted candidates.

We offer free child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must have or undertake a valid enhanced DBS check, with full assistance provided.

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