Learning Mentor - Acorn Exeter

Acorn Alternative Provision; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn Alternative Provision in Exeter is seeking an enthusiastic Learning Mentor to combine relational and learning support with the values of Christian faith to help disadvantaged young people grow and overcome barriers. The role suits existing youth workers or those in education roles such as teaching, learning support, or behaviour support.

The position is full-time (37.5 hours/week in school terms) with 13 weeks paid holiday and flexible Wednesdays, starting 4th January.

Qualifications

• Learning Mentor role focusing on relational and learning support skills.
• Embeds values of a living and active Christian faith in work with disadvantaged young people.
• Suitable for someone with youth work or education experience in teaching, learning support, or behaviour support.

Job description

Are you a Christian who is passionate about helping disadvantaged young people grow and overcome barriers, and are excited about the difference the Church can make?

Acorn Alternative Provision in Exeter are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Mentor, who will bring a blend of relational and learning support skills, along with the values of a living and active Christian faith, to help us deliver excellent alternative education.

This role would suit an existing youth worker or someone working in education in a teaching, learning support, or behaviour support role.

• Full-time position (37.5 hours per week during school term times, with 13 weeks paid holiday and flexible working arrangements on Wednesdays)

• Salary: £25,045 – £27,045

• Permanent contract

• Starting 4th January

• Closing date for applications: Sunday 29th November 2026.

For full details of this role, including Job Tasks and a Person Specification, please see our Job Description below.