Learning Mentor

Qualiteach Education Group; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualiteach Education Group is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor for a large primary school in Lewisham to support a pupil with additional needs on a 1:1 basis throughout the day.

The role focuses on building confidence, independence and engagement in learning, with emphasis on managing emotions and concentration; experience with SEND/SEMH is highly advantageous and you will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND, SEMH or additional learning needs or challenging behaviour.
• Candidates with experience as a Learning Mentor, TA or SEN TA are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 support to a pupil throughout the school day.
• Help the pupil access learning and develop confidence and independence.
• Support emotional development and strategies to manage emotions.
• Encourage participation in classroom activities and routines.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Pastoral care

Job description

Learning Mentor - Lewisham - £95-£115 per day - Primary School - ASAP Start

• Learning Mentor required for a primary school
• Learning Mentor required to start ASAP
• Learning Mentor required in Lewisham
• Ideally, the successful Learning Mentor will have experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH or additional needs

Are you looking for a Learning Mentor role within a primary school?

Do you have experience supporting children who may need additional support with their learning and emotional development?

Are you confident helping children build their confidence, independence and engagement with learning?

If you answered YES, then this Learning Mentor role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Position - Learning Mentor

A large and well-resourced primary school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor to join their team as soon as possible. You will be working closely with a child who requires consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day to help them engage with learning and develop their confidence and independence. The child can find it difficult to remain engaged in the classroom and may leave the learning environment when they become unsettled or overwhelmed. As the Learning Mentor, your role will be to build a strong and trusting relationship with the child, understand their individual needs and provide consistent support to help them access their learning. You will spend a significant amount of time working 1:1 with the child, helping them develop positive strategies for managing their emotions, improving their concentration and becoming more confident in their learning. You will encourage them to participate in classroom activities, develop their independence and gradually increase their ability to remain engaged within the classroom environment.Experience working with children with SEND, SEMH, additional learning needs or challenging behaviour would be highly advantageous. Candidates with experience as a Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar pastoral or educational support role are encouraged to apply.

The School - Learning Mentor

This is a large primary school in Lewisham with excellent resources and a supportive staff team. The school provides a well-structured and inclusive environment, with staff working closely together to support pupils' individual learning and developmental needs. You will be joining a welcoming and experienced team who understand the importance of consistency, communication and positive support. The school has strong resources available to support both staff and pupils, and you will have the opportunity to work closely with teachers and the wider pastoral and SEN teams.