Learning Mentor

Outcomes First Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Oxford seeks a Learning Mentor to support pupils with complex SEND and SEMH needs. You will prepare learning materials, guide pupils through activities, and provide personalized support alongside teachers. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic and have experience in the SEMH sector. The role offers a salary of £23,638 per year, working 40 hours per week during term time, with various benefits including life assurance and flexible support options.

Benefits

Life Assurance and Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family Growth Support

Critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Experience in the SEMH or SEN sector is required.
• Enthusiastic, resilient individuals passionate about helping young people are desired.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASC is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare learning materials and support planning.
• Guide pupils through classroom activities.
• Deliver hands-on, personalized support.
• Collaborate with teachers for a pupil-centered approach.

Skills

Experience in the SEMH or SEN sector

Enthusiastic and resilient

Experience supporting pupils with ASC

Job description

Learning Mentor – New Barn School

We’re looking for a Learning Mentor to support pupils with complex SEND and SEMH needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and feel safe, understood, and empowered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare learning materials and support planning.
• Guide pupils through classroom activities.
• Deliver hands‑on, personalised support.
• Collaborate with teachers to embed a therapeutic, pupil‑centred approach.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in the SEMH or SEN sector.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASC (an advantage).
• Enthusiastic, resilient, genuinely passionate about helping young people flourish.

Salary & Working Hours

Salary: £23,638 per year (not pro rata) / £13.25 per hour.

Hours: 40/week, Monday‑Friday.

Start: December 2025 / January 2026.

Permanent, term‑time only.

Location and Eligibility

Welford RG20 8HZ, UK only (no sponsorship).

Benefits

• Life Assurance and Pension Scheme.
• Wellbeing support – first‑class mental and physical health assistance.
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista).
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Schemes.
• Family Growth Support, enhanced parental leave and fertility treatment support.
• Critical illness cover.

Referral Bonus

Earn £1,000 if you refer a friend who joins us (T&Cs apply).

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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