Learning Mentor

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a recent graduate for the position of Graduate Behaviour and Learning Mentor in Preston. This role involves supporting secondary school pupils who face challenges such as low attendance and emotional difficulties. The successful candidate will work closely with students to implement behavior plans and improve engagement. Ideal for graduates aiming for careers in teaching or educational psychology, with a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Full assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a background in psychology, criminology, or social sciences.
• Understanding of SEMH issues and behavior management strategies.
• Experience with supporting students in educational contexts.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with pupils.
• Support behavior strategies and assist with lesson access.
• Implement individual behavior plans with SEN and pastoral teams.

Skills

Building trust-based relationships

Supporting behaviour strategies

Emotional regulation assistance

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or Social Sciences

Job description

Graduate Behaviour and Learning Mentor – Secondary School – Preston

Location:Preston |Start:September 2025 |Pay:£89–£100 per day |Contract:Full-time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a recent graduate to join a Preston secondary school as a Behaviour and Learning Mentor. This role involves supporting pupils who struggle to manage classroom routines and engagement with learning, particularly those with SEMH or low attendance.

You’ll work across key stages to implement individual behaviour plans, support students one-to-one or in small groups, and work alongside the SEN and pastoral teams to help pupils regulate emotions and improve focus.

You will:

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with pupils
• Support behaviour strategies and restorative approaches
• Assist with lesson access and emotional regulation
• Be part of the school’s inclusion provision

Ideal for a psychology, criminology, or social sciences graduate looking to gain experience before teacher training, educational psychology, or youth justice roles.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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