Learning Mentor

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Wigston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council’s Oakfield Short Stay School is seeking a creative, trauma-informed practitioner to support pupils who struggle to engage with mainstream education. You will work with the Behaviour, Attendance, Pastoral and Belonging Lead to provide targeted interventions and to raise attendance and attainment.

The role requires excellent communication, empathy and the ability to build trust with pupils and families, delivering flexible, child-centred support inside and outside the

Qualifications

• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in education or a related field.
• Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs.
• Experience of improving attendance and removing barriers to education.
• Proficient ICT for routine school tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, delivery and evaluation of pupil interventions.
• Run programmes to support reintegration and confidence.
• Collaborate with staff and external agencies to set targets.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Trauma-informed approach

Team collaboration

Education

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

ICT for routine tasks

Job description

Organisation: Leicestershire County CouncilWork Location: Oakfield SLIP, Leicestershire County Council, Bassett St, South Wigston, Wigston LE18 4PE

Working Hours: 37 hours per week (39 weeks term time only)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 25th August 2026

Interview Date(s): TBC Oakfield Short Stay School is Leicestershire’s provision for primary and secondary school aged children who are at risk, or who have been permanently excluded from school. You will be part of a vital team in an exciting period of development, working with us to meet the needs of children and young people in the Secondary phase who struggle to manage in mainstream and need a different offer of education to secure their successful next steps.

About the Role

In co-operation with the Behaviour, Attendance, Pastoral and Belonging Lead, to provide a complementary service to that given by existing teachers and pastoral staff in School in addressing the needs of pupils/students who need help to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the school, in order to achieve their full potential. Our students have a variety of learning needs and learn in small groups. We are looking for a person who is creative, flexible, holistic, and has trauma-informed approach, to raise engagement and inspire our children to achieve remarkable outcomes. You will be at the heart of our mission, supporting us to engage our pupils and achieve high rates of attendance. The role would suit someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can inspire others. Many of our young people present with challenging behaviour, and we are looking for someone who can demonstrate strong empathy and ability to intrinsically connect with pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and Inspire: To assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of pupil interventions, including identifying how the pupils can best be supported.
• Support Reintegration: To run programmes for individuals or groups to help develop pupil’s knowledge and confidence.
• Collaborate with Agencies: To liaise with teaching staff to set targets of re-integration with pupils/students and the appropriate staff, keeping parents informed and evaluating achievement towards these goals.

A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.

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About You

• BTEC National/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience, or educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs in a school, pupil referral unit or special school
• Experience of supporting pupils who have low attendance in school or delivering interventions that remove barriers to education
• Experience of working with external agencies
• Competence in using ICT for routine purposes
• The ability to work effectively with, relate to and command the confidence of a wide range of young people with families/carers with differing backgrounds
• The ability to work effectively, relate to and command the confidence of teaching staff and senior management within the School/College

In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.