Learning Mentor

New Barn School; Welford; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Welford is seeking a Learning Mentor to support pupils with complex SEND and SEMH needs. This role involves preparing materials, guiding classroom activities, and providing personalized support to help students thrive both academically and emotionally. Ideal candidates will have experience in SEMH or SEN sectors, exhibiting enthusiasm and resilience. A great opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying benefits like pension schemes and well-being support.

Benefits

Life Assurance and Pension Scheme

Mental and physical health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Highly desirable experience in the SEMH or SEN sector.
• Advantageous to have experience supporting pupils with ASC.
• Passionate about helping young people flourish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare learning materials and guide pupils through classroom activities.
• Deliver hands-on, personalised support.
• Work closely with teachers to adopt a pupil-centered approach.
• Help students thrive academically and emotionally.

Skills

Experience in the SEMH or SEN sector

Experience supporting pupils with ASC

Enthusiastic and resilient

Passion for helping young people

Job description

Learning Mentor – New Barn School, Welford RG20 8HZ

Salary: £23,638 per year (not pro rata)/£13.25p/h | Hours: 40/week, Mon-Fri | Start: December 2025 / January 2026 | Permanent | Term Time Only | UK applicants only (no sponsorship) | Earn £1,000 if you refer a friend who joins us! (T&Cs apply)

Work smarter, live better - join Outcomes First Group! We are proud to be part of a 4‑Day Working Week trial, giving you the option to work one day less per week while keeping full‑time pay. Many of our schools already have the 4DWW; yours may soon. #teamOFG!

About New Barn School

Growing school catering to SEMH pupils aged 6‑19, with almost 100 pupils across three sites. We build incredible futures, empowering neurodiverse pupils to be happy, confident, and capable of finding their place in the world. Structured, personalised education guided by Education, Health and Care plans. Pupils learn in small groups or one‑to‑one with qualified teachers in a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment. Part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group. Certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why join Acorn Education / Outcomes First Group?

Your work will have a real, positive impact on the lives of pupils and young adults. Rewards package includes…

• Life Assurance and Pension Scheme (flexible contribution options)
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental and physical health support
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with health, insurance & lifestyle perks
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Schemes
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave & paid fertility treatment support
• Critical illness cover

Role Overview

As a Learning Mentor, you will 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 guide pupils through classroom activities
• Deliver hands‑on, personalised support
• Work closely with teachers to embed a therapeutic, pupil‑centred approach
• Help every student thrive academically and emotionally

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in the SEMH or SEN sector (highly desirable)
• Experience supporting pupils with ASC is a real advantage
• Enthusiastic, resilient, and genuinely passionate about helping young people flourish

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and successful applicants a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group follows a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.