Learning and Behaviour Mentor

Boldon School; West Boldon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Boldon School in Boldon Colliery, Tyne and Wear, is seeking a Learning and Behaviour Mentor to join our dedicated team. The role focuses on delivering tailored study programmes to help pupils overcome barriers and achieve their potential, with responsibilities within a small team to drive innovation and support student progress.

Experience with young people and strong communication across diverse audiences are essential.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have experience of working with young people and the ability to communicate with a variety of audiences.
• The role requires working within a small team to drive innovation and tailor study programmes for pupils to overcome learning barriers.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored study programmes to help pupils overcome learning barriers.
• Work within a small team to drive innovation across the school and support student achievement.

Skills

Experience with young people

Communication skills

Job description

Learning and Behaviour Mentor

Boldon School, Boldon Colliery, Tyne and Wear, NE35 9DZ

15 days remaining to apply

2 November 2026

12 October 2026 at 9am

25 September 2026

Job details

Job role

• Other support role

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: 37 hours per week

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Band 5 SCP 18

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will work within a small team to help drive innovation across the school,by providing tailored study programmes to help pupils overcome learning barriers and achievetheir potential.The successful applicant will have experience of working with young people and the ability tocommunicate with a variety of audiences.

What the school offers its staff

At Boldon we have a team of very dedicated staff – teachers, learning support assistants, learning mentors and associate colleagues. Everyone is committed to our school motto of ‘Innovate, focus, achieve’. We all work together to develop new ideas, implement them and encourage our students to succeed.

A great education has the power to transform lives, and this precious gift is one you can be confident that our hard working and talented team of staff will tirelessly strive to give to your child every day.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, we may carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Organisation type Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16

Boldon School is currently categorised by Ofsted as a Good provider, with pupils’ personal development being judged as Outstanding.

Like all schools, we have faced the challenges of the post Covid educational landscape and the realignment of student attainment following the centre assessed grades of 2020 and teacher assessed grades of 2021. In our most recent examination results 56% of students achieved 9-4 in English and Mathematics and 37% 9-5. This is in line with our pre-Covid attainment. Maintaining these standards is a direct result of the hard work and dedication of all staff. Teaching standards continue to improve and our attendance teams continue to work closely with families and external agencies to raise student attendance which remains a national priority.

Boldon School continues to grow. The school is now very close to capacity; many parents and guardians are making Boldon their school of choice. For this reason, we are continually seeking the appointment of new members of staff, who are innovative, driven and share our vision to provide the highest quality of teaching and support for all our students. Boldon School is an exciting place to work and will provide you with the opportunity to truly make a difference to young people within our community.

Facilities at the school are outstanding; this includes a 220-capacity theatre, hair and beauty salons, swimming pool, flood lit artificial playing surfaces and fitness suite. We have a rich and varied extra - curricular programme. We also have our own Royal Navy Cadet Unit. In addition, we have a constantly expanding group of students engaging in the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme.

Boldon has an incredibly committed team of teachers and pastoral care team who are committed to ensuring that all students are supported and encouraged to maximise their potential, regardless of ability. Students are encouraged to be independent and develop excellent attitudes to learning.

We have strong links with the community, careers providers and further education providers. This enables all students to engage with employers and providers, which effectively complements their studies at Boldon. Our careers programme aims to provide all students with the necessary information and guidance to make informed choices about their future. We are incredibly proud of our school community and welcome visitors. If you require any further information please email:

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