Learning Mentor

REESON Education; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking an experienced Learning Mentor to support KS1 and KS2 pupils in a Brent primary school from November 2026. The role focuses on building positive relationships, managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with SEMH needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring, model calm behaviour, and work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals to create structured, supportive learning environments that help pupils engage with learning and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Learning Mentor or similar role.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Establish clear boundaries and routines while maintaining positive relationships.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, resilience and engagement with learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, SEN staff, pastoral teams and external professionals.
• Intervene proactively when behaviour escalates and support transitions back to learning.
• Support pupils inside and outside the classroom during transitions and less structured parts of the day.

Skills

1:1 mentoring

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Relationship building

Pastoral support

SEMH experience

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Experienced Learning Mentor - KS1 & KS2 - Primary School - Brent

Commencing November 2026

We are looking for an experienced, confident and resilient Learning Mentor to join a primary school in Brent, supporting pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

This role is ideal for someone who has a strong presence in school, is confident managing challenging behaviour and knows how to build positive relationships with pupils who may have SEMH needs, difficult home circumstances or barriers to learning.

About the Learning Mentor Role

You will work with pupils who need consistent, structured support to help them regulate their behaviour, engage with learning and make positive choices in school.

The successful Learning Mentor will be confident working with pupils who can present with challenging behaviour and will be able to use a range of practical strategies to de-escalate situations, set clear boundaries and maintain positive relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group mentoring for pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and difficult home circumstances.
• Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support pupils during challenging situations.
• Establish clear boundaries and routines while maintaining positive, respectful relationships with pupils.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, resilience, confidence and engagement with learning.
• Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, pastoral teams and external professionals to provide consistent support.
• Intervene proactively when behaviour begins to escape and help pupils return successfully to learning.
• Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom, including during transitions and less structured parts of the school day.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Learning Mentor, Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral Support Worker or similar role is strongly preferred.
• A confident individual with presence, authority and excellent behaviour management skills.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and challenging behaviour.
• A good range of practical strategies for managing behaviour, emotional regulation and conflict.
• The ability to remain calm, consistent and professional in difficult situations.
• Strong relationship-building skills with both pupils and staff.
• Good safeguarding awareness and sound professional judgement.
• Confidence supporting pupils with basic English and Maths where required.

This is not simply a general classroom support role. We are looking for someone who is experienced, proactive and confident taking the lead with behaviour and pastoral support.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.