LEARNING MENTOR

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Brunshaw Primary School in Burnley is seeking a Learning Mentor to support learning, wellbeing and engagement for pupils from diverse backgrounds. You will work with children and families, providing individual and small-group support, and collaborate with staff and external agencies to promote confidence and resilience.

The role is part-time, term-time only, with pro-rata pay based on the full-time equivalent salary; DBS and safeguarding compliance are emphasized in the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4/C or above.
• Experience working with children or families in school, community, or similar settings.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support around learning, wellbeing and engagement.
• Work closely with children, families and school staff to offer individual and small-group support.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies to help children develop confidence and resilience.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

Location Burnley Brunshaw Primary School, Morse Street, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 4PB (401 on roll)

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.brunshaw.lancs.sch.uk

Brunshaw Primary School is seeking a passionate, nurturing and resilient Learning Mentor to join our large primary school and make a real difference to the lives of our children and families. Our school serves a diverse community, including families experiencing social and economic disadvantage, and we are looking for someone who is committed to removing barriers to learning and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.

As a Learning Mentor, you will work closely with children, families and school staff to provide targeted support around learning, wellbeing and engagement. You will build positive relationships with pupils and families, providing individual and small-group support and working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to help children develop confidence, resilience and the skills they need to succeed. We are looking for someone with experience of working with children and/or families who is empathetic, approachable and resilient, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be passionate about improving outcomes for children and confident in building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues. In return, Brunshaw Primary School offers a supportive and committed team, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a genuine difference within our vibrant school community. You will be valued as part of a team that is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Essential Qualifications

• Applicants must hold GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with children and/or families in a school, community or similar setting.
• Experience of building positive and trusting relationships with children and families.

Desirable Experience

• Experience of supporting children with a range of learning, social or emotional needs.
• Experience of working collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.
• Experience of working with external agencies or community services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and early help processes.

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Contact for informal discussion

For an informal discussion about the role please contact the school and ask to speak to Anna Jameson (Deputy Head Teacher).

Disability Confident Employer

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you will need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.