Learning Mentor

Protocol Education Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay £92-£94 per day

Paid weekly via PAYE

Flexible opportunities

Guaranteed work agreements

CPD and development opportunities

Refer-a-Friend £50 bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting Learning Mentors to support children in welcoming primary schools. The role focuses on building trust, boosting confidence and helping learners overcome barriers to achievement.

Ideal backgrounds include education, youth work, sports coaching or mental health support, with a passion for making a difference in a child’s life. Roles are based in local primary schools across the area.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN, ASD or ADHD is highly valued.
• Ability to build trust and boost confidence in learners.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children 1:1 or in small groups.
• Help pupils manage emotions, behaviour and social interactions.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt learning and create positive outcomes.
• Celebrate achievements and provide encouragement to learners.
• Be a trusted adult who helps children feel safe and understood.

Skills

Positivity

Empathy

Patience

Relationship building

Resilience

Creativity

Proactivity

Calm under pressure

Job description

November is often when schools need an extra pair of hands, a listening ear, and a positive role model. Protocol Education is working with welcoming primary schools looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Mentors who can help children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

This isn't just another classroom role. It's about building trust, boosting confidence, celebrating small wins, and helping children believe in themselves.

Whether your experience comes from education, youth work, residential care, sports coaching, mental health support, psychology, creative arts, or simply working closely with young people, your skills could make a huge difference.

What Does a Learning Mentor Do?

No two days are the same, but you could find yourself:

• Supporting children on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Helping pupils manage emotions, behaviour and social interactions
• Encouraging confidence, independence and resilience
• Supporting children with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and additional learning needs
• Working alongside teachers to adapt learning and create positive outcomes
• Celebrating achievements, no matter how big or small
• Being a trusted adult who helps children feel safe, valued and understood
• Turning challenging moments into opportunities for growth

Who We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who:

• Brings positivity, patience and empathy every day
• Can stay calm when things don't go to plan
• Loves building relationships with children
• Is resilient, adaptable and proactive
• Understands that behaviour is often a form of communication
• Thinks creatively to help learning engage and inspire
• Wants to genuinely make a difference in a child's life

Experience supporting children with SEMH, SEN, ASD or ADHD is highly valued, but your attitude, personality and willingness to learn are just as important.

Why You'll Love This Role

One day you could be helping a child regulate their emotions after a tricky morning.

The next, you'll be celebrating as that same child puts their hand up in class for the very first time.

These moments may seem small, but they can be life-changing.

As a Learning Mentor, you'll be supporting children who need someone in their corner, helping them develop confidence, self-belief and the tools they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Why Work With Protocol Education?

• Competitive pay of £92-£94 per day, paid weekly via PAYE
• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle
• Guaranteed work agreements available
• Access to free CPD and development opportunities
• Dedicated consultants who genuinely support your career goals
• Opportunities in welcoming primary schools across the area
• Holiday training and professional development opportunities
• £50 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Perfect Backgrounds for This Role

We've seen fantastic Learning Mentors come from:

• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Residential Care
• Support Work
• Mental Health Services
• Psychology and Sociology Graduates
• Creative Arts and Performing Arts
• Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants
• Anyone passionate about helping children thrive

What We Need to Clear You

• Passport or proof of right to work in the UK
• Two proofs of address, such as a driving licence, utility bill or council tax statement
• CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last two years, including SEN or childcare settings where applicable
• Overseas police check if you have lived abroad for 3 months or more within the last 5 years

Make November the Start of Something Meaningful

If you're looking for a role where every day matters, every relationship counts, and every success story feels rewarding, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.