Learning Mentor: Empower Kids to Thrive

Osborne Primary School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

LGPS pension

Professional development opportunities

Wellbeing days

Job summary

Osborne Primary School in Birmingham is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Learning Mentor to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on supporting children's wellbeing, engagement and achievement, building positive relationships and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils, teachers and families to identify needs, promote resilience and improve social, emotional and behavioural skills, while upholding safeguarding

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and supporting their learning, wellbeing or personal development.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children from diverse backgrounds and differing needs.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy and a calm, consistent approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with pupils, providing guidance, encouragement and support.
• Identify barriers to learning and help pupils develop strategies to overcome them.
• Provide individual and small-group support to improve engagement, confidence and progress.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to monitor pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Contribute to support plans and maintain accurate records of interventions and progress.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers and relevant professionals where appropriate.
• Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Osborne Primary School in Birmingham is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Learning Mentor to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on supporting children's wellbeing, engagement and achievement, building positive relationships and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils, teachers and families to identify needs, promote resilience and improve social, emotional and behavioural skills, while upholding safeguarding