Learning Mentor

Inhouse Select B.V.; Halesworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support (mental and physical

Vista benefits platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts across UK and international

Job summary

Bramfield House School in Suffolk is seeking a Learning Mentor to support students with SEND, building confidence and independent learning. You will work closely with teachers to deliver tailored, compassionate support and help pupils thrive academically and personally.

The role emphasises safeguarding, relationships, and a student-centred approach, with a permanent contract and term-time considerations. UK applicants only, DBS checks required.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Resilience, empathy and a proactive approach.
• Knowledge of supporting students with communication, behaviour and learning difficulties.
• Organised with strong attention to detail in records and planning.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic students with complex SEND to access learning and build confidence.
• Act as a positive role model and develop trusting relationships.
• Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom activities.
• Deliver personalised, hands-on support tailored to individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and the multidisciplinary team to embed a therapeutic, student-centred approach.
• Support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Encourage engagement in learning while promoting wellbeing and personal development.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Organisational skills

Communication with students

Driving licence

Job description

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Bramfield House School

• Permanent

Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

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Job Title: Learning Mentor
Location: Bramfield House School, Suffolk, IP19 9AB
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

As a Learning Mentor, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people, helping them grow in confidence, overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Through encouragement, guidance and tailored support, you'll empower students to thrive both academically and personally.

Working closely with teachers and colleagues, you'll build positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed. Every day brings the chance to celebrate achievements, develop resilience and inspire young people to believe in themselves.

This is a rewarding role for someone who is passionate about supporting others, enjoys building meaningful connections, and is committed to helping every student flourish in school and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Support autistic students with complex SEND to access learning and build confidence
• Act as a positive role model, developing trusting and supportive relationships
• Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom and practical activities
• Deliver personalised, hands‑on support tailored to individual learning needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers and the multidisciplinary team to embed a therapeutic, student‑centred approach
• Support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and behaviour
• Encourage engagement in learning while promoting wellbeing and personal development
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

About You

You will have:

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Resilience, empathy, and a positive, proactive approach
• A strong commitment to high professional standards and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of supporting students with communication, behaviour, and learning difficulties
• Organised with attention to detail in record‑keeping, planning, and follow‑up
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development
• Full UK driving licence

About us

Bramfield House School is an independent special educational needs school for boys aged 7 – 16 years who have social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours, located in rural Suffolk. The School has a committed and innovative multidisciplinary team, extensive site and excellent facilities to support both learning and extra‑curricular activities; we are in a great position to provide our students with the best education possible.

This opportunity is in Halesworth which is within commutable distance of Lowestoft, Diss and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence‑based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

With amazing teams working across our family of brands – Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools– we offer a huge range of exciting career opportunities.Take a closer look and discover how fulfilling your career could be.

Meeting the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps.

Supporting autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

At Momenta Connect we support young people to overcome barriers and engage with education.

We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high‑quality independent and international schools.