Learning Mentor at St Francis Catholic Primary School

St Francis Catholic Primary School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

St Francis Catholic Primary School in Handsworth, Birmingham, invites applications for a Learning Mentor. This role supports pupils' social, emotional and academic development, working closely with families and staff to remove barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will provide pastoral support, contribute to attendance and engagement, and help deliver intervention programmes while upholding safeguarding and the Catholic ethos of the school.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting pupils' social, emotional and behavioural needs in a school setting.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral support to individual pupils and small groups.
• Support attendance, punctuality and engagement with learning.
• Deliver intervention programmes for emotional wellbeing and resilience.
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain records.
• Liaise with families and external agencies where appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Skills

Pastoral support experience

Experience with children in school

Excellent communication

Team player

Job description

About this Role

LEARNING MENTOR -

ST. FRANCIS' CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, NURSERY ROAD, HANDSWORTH, BIRMINGHAM. B19 1PH.

TEL: [phone]. www.stfranrc.bham.sch.uk

GRADE 3/Scale 9-22, £28,153 - £34,811 (full time equivalent, the actual salary will be pro rata). Temporary in the first instance- pro rata full time 8.15am-4.00pm

Required for November 2026 or as soon as possible, the Governors are seeking to appoint a Learning Mentor. We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Learning Mentor to support pupils' social, emotional and academic development. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils, families and staff to help children overcome barriers to learning and thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

St. Francis' is a good school (confirmed by OFSTED 2024), with high standards, and requires someone with initiative, drive and motivation to help our children continue to succeed. The successful candidate must be a practising Catholic or sympathetic to the Catholic ethos of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral support to individual pupils and small groups.
• Support children with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Help improve attendance, punctuality and engagement with learning.
• Deliver intervention programmes to support emotional wellbeing, resilience and self-esteem.
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals where appropriate.
• Promote safeguarding and pupil welfare at all times
• Being a mentor during dinner time in order to maximise participation and help keep good order
• Some class support work to help motivate and engage children - especially in Phase 2 and 3

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Has experience of working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Is patient, compassionate and able to build trusting relationships.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can support children to regulate their emotions and make positive choices.
• Is able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every child succeeds.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks. The successful applicant will also be required to provide a copy of their birth certificate.

For further information, please contact Miss Freeman on 0121 464 5072 or [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 11th November 2026

Interview date: Friday 13th November 2026