Learning Mentor (Level 1

Axcis Education Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education recruitment agency is seeking a Level 1 Learning Mentor in Manchester for immediate or January start. The role involves providing support to students in a Secondary PRU, and requires strong interpersonal skills and patience. Responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting teachers, and promoting student wellbeing. Ideal candidates will demonstrate emotional resilience and a commitment to helping young people succeed. Competitive daily rate offered.

Benefits

£50 referral vouchers if a friend is placed

Qualifications

• No prior PRU experience required.
• Commitment to helping young people succeed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and patience.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assist teachers with activities and tasks.
• Promote positive behaviours and emotional regulation.

Skills

Calm, caring, and approachable

Ability to build trust quickly

Emotionally resilient and consistent

Eager to learn and grow

Experience with SEND or behaviour support

Job description

Location: Manchester M21
Setting: Secondary PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)
Start: Immediate / January
Contract: Full-Time
Daily Rate: £90 – £100 per day

About the Role

A secondary PRU in Manchester (M21) is looking for a Level 1 Learning Mentor to support students who require additional help to re‑engage with learning. PRU experience is not required, but you’ll need patience, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support
• Assist teachers with prepared activities and learning tasks
• Build positive, supportive relationships with pupils
• Promote engagement, wellbeing, and positive behaviour
• Help pupils regulate emotions and stay focused

We’re Looking For

• Calm, caring, and approachable
• Able to build trust quickly
• Emotionally resilient and consistent
• Eager to learn and grow within the role
• Experience with SEND or behaviour support (beneficial, not essential)

What Is a Day Like in a PRU?

Working in a PRU is different from mainstream school and honestly, that’s what makes it so rewarding. Here’s what a typical day feels like: ??

Calm but purposeful start
Staff greet pupils individually the moment they arrive. Relationships matter hugely, so mornings often involve quick check‑ins: “How are you doing today?” “What do you need?” This helps set a positive tone.

Small classes, big support
Groups are usually around 4–8 pupils, which means you get to know each student’s personality, triggers, strengths, and goals. Lessons are shorter and more flexible to support emotional regulation.

Lots of behaviour coaching
Learning Mentors spend much of the day helping students manage emotions, resolve conflict, stay regulated, and re‑engage with activities. No two days look the same — sometimes you’re supporting in class, sometimes stepping aside with a pupil who needs space.

Targeted interventions
This might include:

• Anger‑management sessions
• Social skills work
• Mentoring conversations
• Tailored academic support

Teamwork every minute
Staff support each other constantly. You’re never left to manage challenges alone — radios, shared de‑escalation strategies, and strong communication keep the day running smoothly.

Moments that matter
The best part? Small victories. A student staying in class for a full lesson. A pupil trusting you enough to talk. Seeing confidence grow week by week. PRUs can be challenging, but the impact you have is genuinely life‑changing.

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Lauren Cobbin on 0161 529 9200 l Ext: 5014.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short‑term and long‑term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Lauren Cobbin

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 5014