Learning Mentor

Churchward School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A special education institution in Swindon is seeking a Learning Mentor to support children and young people with specific needs. Ideal candidates will be nurturing, adaptable, and team-oriented. The role includes providing academic and pastoral care, with comprehensive training available. A commitment to student well-being and success is paramount.

Benefits

Continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

Exclusive discounts with Brunel Perks

Excellent pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people (CYP) with ASC or SCID.
• Ability to put the needs of CYP first.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and pastoral support for CYP.
• Be part of a friendly and dedicated team.

Skills

Nurturing and empathetic

Great sense of humour

Adaptable

Collaborative

Job description

Learning Mentor

Swindon, Wiltshire

Actual Salary: £11,968.31 – £13,398.96 per annum

Permanent

Churchward School, Bridges site (SN5)

We are hiring a Learning Mentor for our Bridges site (SN5).

Churchward School is a special school for children and young people (CYP) aged 11‑19 years with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and/or Social Communication Interaction Difficulties (SCID). We pioneer academic and pastoral support for these conditions.

We are looking for a Learning Mentor who:

• Is nurturing and empathetic
• Has a great sense of humour
• Is adaptable and collaborative
• Puts the needs of the CYP at the heart of everything they do

If this sounds like you, we'd love for you to join our friendly and dedicated team.

What it's like to work at Churchward

“Coming from different settings, I have never felt as supported or valued as a teacher as I do at Churchward. I love working with the staff and students and enjoy coming to work every day. Each day is different, and I like the variety that brings.”

“I enjoy working at Churchward School because I like to feel that I and my work colleagues are making a difference to the lives of our students. These are students that now have a place to thrive and mix with others who are in some ways like them; they have a sense of belonging and acceptance. No student is the same but all have the same from staff and that is a caring family.”

“Seeing smiling faces, laughs and enjoyment of being at school is a great achievement for the majority of our students. Knowing that we as staff will try our hardest to give them the best education and support to achieve their goals, aspirations and a way to cope in the wider world is a great pleasure to work at Churchward and to call this my family.”

Churchward School is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust – a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.

Hours

19.5 per week – Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Interviews

17.12.2025 or as received

Application Process

In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. If you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team at [e-mail] or 1793 268820 and we will issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.

Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

Training

It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.

Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust offers the following benefits to all employees:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen's advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured