Learning Mentor

St John Rigby College; Wigan; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

St John Rigby College is inviting applications for a Learning Support Mentor on a part-time basis (32.5 hours per week) with a fixed-term contract to December 2026. The role focuses on supporting students in developing study skills, organisation, and work habits, with strong emphasis on effective communication with staff, students and carers.

The college values wellbeing, equality and flexible working where possible while meeting operational needs.

Qualifications

• Responsibilities include supporting individual students in developing study skills, good organisation and work habits.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individual students in developing study skills, good organisation and work habits.
• Liaising with parents and carers to establish positive relationships.

Job description

St John Rigby College offers a wide range of academic and vocational courses at all levels in a highly supportive and caring environment to approximately 1500 full-time students aged 16-18. We welcome applications from people who are keen to work with us to deliver educational excellence at all levels.

In January 2024 the College retained its Ofsted “outstanding” judgement with inspectors commenting; “students are highly motivated to achieve” They embody the culture of kindness, mutual respect and high expectation that permeate the college”. In December 2023, the “outstanding” inspection report from the Catholic Schools Inspectorate began with; “St John Rigby College is a joyful, happy and supportive community.”

Learning Support Mentor

Part time 32.5 hours per week

Working pattern Monday Friday - 09.00-16.15 (08.45-16.00 Tuesday)

Fixed Term Contract to December 2026 - Term Time Only

£25,951.00 - £26,818.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary range £19,454.30 - £20,104.25 (Sixth Form College Support Staff Salary Scale)

Responsibilities include supporting individual students in developing study skills, good organisation and work habits. You will have excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with young people and liaising with parents and carers to establish positive relationships.

At SJR we value work-life balance and the wellbeing of our employees and will endeavour to support flexible working arrangements where possible, whilst ensuring the operational needs of the College are met. We promote equality of opportunity and embrace diversity. The College is accredited as a Disability Confident Employer and is an accredited member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.

Closing Date: 29 September 2026

Interviews: TBC

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