Learning Mentor

Vision for Education Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE daily rate

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social events

Pension contributions

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is recruiting a Learning Mentor in Birmingham to support pupils with SEMH needs within a specialist SEMH provision. This long‑term role offers rewarding work, with daily PAYE rates dependent on experience and qualifications.

Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff, you will deliver targeted interventions, model positive behaviours and help learners regulate emotions, build confidence and engage in learning.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A resilient, patient and proactive approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships and establish clear boundaries.
• A passion for supporting pupils with SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs within a specialist Birmingham school.
• Provide classroom support and deliver targeted interventions.
• Act as a positive role model to help learners regulate emotions and engage in learning.
• Work with teachers and pastoral staff to promote engagement and better behavioural outcomes.

Skills

Experience working with pupils

Behaviour management

Resilient

Positive relationships

SEMH passion

Job description

Learning Mentor

Birmingham

£92.56 - £105 per day (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

September 2026 - Ongoing

Job Summary

Learning Mentors are required to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a specialist Birmingham school. This rewarding role is ideal for resilient, proactive and positive individuals who can build strong relationships, promote engagement and help young people overcome barriers to learning.

The School and Role

Kitts Green Academy is a specialist SEMH provision supporting boys aged 6-16 who require additional behavioural and emotional support to succeed in education. The school is looking to appoint dedicated Learning Mentors to work closely with pupils who need additional support to regulate emotions, develop positive behaviours and engage successfully in learning.

Working alongside teachers, pastoral staff and senior leaders, you will provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions and act as a positive role model for pupils. You will help learners develop confidence, resilience and the social skills needed to achieve success both in school and beyond.

This role is particularly suited to candidates from youth work, coaching, mentoring, care, residential support, military or education backgrounds. Your ability to build trust, remain calm under pressure and support positive outcomes will be key to your success.

This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Requirements

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A resilient, patient and proactive approach
• The ability to build positive relationships and establish clear boundaries
• A passion for supporting pupils with SEMH needs

What we offer

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.