Learning Mentor

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Wigan is seeking a Learning Mentor to provide high-quality pastoral support to students. The role involves working with children, families, and staff to enhance student wellbeing, developing tailored support plans, and leading attendance initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience with children in educational settings and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and young people in an educational or pastoral setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding, behavior management, and inclusion.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one mentoring to improve confidence and engagement.
• Develop tailored support plans for vulnerable pupils.
• Lead attendance initiatives and contribute to child protection.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3/4 qualification (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Overview

Hindley Junior & Infant School

Argyle Street

Hindley

Wigan

WN2 3PN

Salary: Grade 7, £25,783 - £28,762 per annum.

35 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Required as soon as possible

At Hindley Junior & Infant School, we are committed to supporting every child to achieve their full potential in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment. Our ethos is rooted in respect, resilience and high aspirations for all pupils.

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Mentor to provide high-quality pastoral support, working with children, families, and staff to remove barriers to learning and promote the wellbeing of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the pastoral care function within school and contributing to pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development.
• Providing one-to-one mentoring and small-group sessions to improve confidence, self-esteem, and engagement.
• Identifying and working with pupils who are vulnerable or at risk of underachievement, and developing tailored support plans.
• Building positive and effective relationships with parents, carers, staff, and outside agencies to support pupil progress.
• Leading attendance across school.
• Supporting behaviour and inclusion.
• Planning and delivering workshops, enrichment opportunities and community-based initiatives.
• Contributing to safeguarding, child protection and the recording/monitoring of pupil welfare.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience of working with children and young people in an educational or pastoral setting.
• An understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management and inclusion.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Patience, empathy and resilience when working with children and families.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team.
• A relevant Level 3/4 qualification (or equivalent experience).

Application Information

Application forms are returnable to the school. CVs will not be accepted.

Please complete the application form and return it to Mrs R Speakman, either:

• By post: Hindley Junior & Infant School, Argyle Street, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3PN
• By email: [e-mail]

For further information, please contact the school on 01942 255339 or email [e-mail]

Deadline for applications: Friday 3rd October 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 6th October 2025

Interview: Wednesday 8th October 2025

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding.

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:

• Job Profile
• Person Specification
• Childcare Disqualification Requirements
• DBS Policy Statement
• Schools Guidance for Safer Work Practices
• Application Form

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