Learning Mentor

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd; London Borough of Lewisham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd is seeking a Learning Mentor for a Lewisham primary school. You will work with a boy displaying challenging behaviour, providing tailored mentoring to help him engage with lessons and build emotional regulation.

The role involves supporting transitions, monitoring progress, and collaborating with teaching staff and the SENCO to develop personalised support plans. The position is offered at £95-£115 per day and starts ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour or SEMH needs is desirable.
• Ability to de-escalate challenging situations and help pupils regulate emotions.
• Experience in a primary school environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil and tailor mentoring to his needs.
• Support the pupil to engage with lessons, develop strategies for learning and improve independence.
• Monitor progress, maintain records and contribute to plan reviews with SENCO and staff.

Job description

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

Learning Mentor required for a primary school in Lewisham.

Learning Mentor required to support a boy with challenging behaviour

Learning Mentor required ASAP

Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour, SEMH needs or additional learning needs would be highly desirable.

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

Do you have experience supporting children who display challenging behaviour?

Are you confident de-escalating challenging situations and helping pupils develop strategies to manage their emotions?

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

The Position - Learning Mentor

An outstanding primary school in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated, patient and resilient Learning Mentor to join their team as soon as possible. You will be working closely with a boy who displays challenging behaviour, providing tailored mentoring support to help him develop positive behaviours, regulate his emotions and engage more successfully with school life.

The successful Learning Mentor will be responsible for building a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil, understanding his individual needs and identifying strategies to help him overcome barriers to learning. You will work both in and out of the classroom, supporting his engagement with lessons, encouraging positive interactions and helping him develop greater independence and confidence.

Your responsibilities will include managing challenging situations calmly and consistently, supporting emotional regulation, promoting positive behaviour choices and helping the pupil develop effective coping strategies. You will also support transitions throughout the school day, encourage participation in learning activities and work closely with teaching staff to maintain a structured and supportive environment.

As Learning Mentor, you will be expected to monitor and record the pupil's progress, identifying improvements and any ongoing areas of concern. You will develop and review individual support plans tailored to the pupil's behavioural, emotional and educational needs, adapting strategies where necessary to ensure the support remains effective.

You will also provide weekly progress updates to the SENCO, sharing observations, discussing challenges and contributing to the development of appropriate interventions.

The School - Learning Mentor

This well-regarded primary school in Lewisham educates approximately 500 pupils aged 3-11 years old and operates as a three-form-entry school. With an Outstanding Ofsted rating, the school is committed to providing a high-quality education and creating a positive, inclusive environment in which every child has the opportunity to succeed.

The school recognises the importance of early intervention, consistent mentoring and individualised support in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning. Staff work collaboratively to promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and pupil development, ensuring that children receive the guidance they need to thrive.

You’ll be joining a supportive school environment where you can work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to monitor progress, implement tailored support plans and help a pupil develop the skills needed to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

The school is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the nearest station, with additional parking available on a nearby street.