Learning Mentor

Arbour Academy; Eccles; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Arbour Academy in Eccles is seeking a Learning Mentor to support vulnerable learners who struggle to engage with education. You will deliver 1:1 and small‑group interventions, helping pupils to overcome barriers and build resilience.

This role is term-time only with 5 inset days, on a NJC pay scale (£35,570–£40,444 full year; pro rata £30,629–£34,826) plus SNA allowance (£813 per year). You will work with staff, families and external agencies to promote attendance, safeguarding and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 and small group interventions.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted interventions to improve attendance and engagement.
• Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.
• Work with staff, families and external agencies.

Job description

Learning Mentor

Salary: Grade: NJC 23 – 28, £35,570 - £40,444 (actual pro rata amount £30,629- £34,826) + SNA allowance, £813.00 per year.

Term time only + 5 inset days

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to re-engagewith education and reach their full potential?

Arbour Academy is a small, nurturing provision for up to 70 learners whoare unable to access mainstream education due to social, emotional and mentalhealth needs. As part of Kings Academy Trust, we offer a trauma-informed,therapeutic environment where relationships, pastoral care and personalisedsupport are at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking a committed and compassionate Learning Mentor to join ourdedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuinedifference—supporting pupils through 1:1 and small group interventions, helpingthem to overcome barriers to learning, developresilience and build the confidence and life skills they need for the future.

You will work closely with staff, families and external agencies todeliver targeted interventions, promote attendance and engagement, and supportpupils’ academic, social and emotional development. A calm, flexible andnurturing approach is essential, along with a strong commitment to safeguardingand inclusion.

In return, you will be part of a supportive and skilled team, working ina setting where relationships matter and every success—no matter how small—iscelebrated.

Key Dates:

• Closing date: Friday 25th September 2026, 12 noon
• Provisional Interview date: Friday 2nd October 2026

Safeguarding & Application Information:

Arbour Academy is committed to promoting the welfare of children and expectsall staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need toundertake an enhanced DBS check, provide suitable references, provide evidenceof qualifications and be subject to identity checks.