Learning Mentor & Pastoral Support

Prospero Teaching; Limefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Learning Mentor for a specialist SEND school in Bury. You will provide consistent pastoral and academic support to vulnerable students aged 11-19, helping them navigate challenges and stay connected to learning.

The role requires empathy, creativity, and a belief in each learner's potential, with experience in SEMH/ASD and strong communication with families and professionals. Term-time, full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring or pastoral roles, ideally in SEND or specialist settings.
• Strong understanding of SEMH, ASD, and barriers for students with complex needs.
• Warm, patient, solutions-focused with high expectations for every student.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent pastoral and academic support to vulnerable students.
• Help students navigate challenges, build resilience and stay engaged with learning.
• Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary staff to support transitions and progress.

Skills

Mentoring experience

Pastoral support

SEND experience

SEMH

ASD

Communication skills

Education

Background in youth work or psychology/education

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Learning Mentor - SEND & Pastoral Support

Area: Bury, Greater Manchester

Start Date: Monday 5th October 2026 or ASAP

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Daily Rate: £550 - £750 per week (depending on experience)

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time

About the School

We're partnering with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury where every young person aged 11-19 is placed on a highly personalised learning pathway designed around their unique strengths and needs. Driven by a vision of Excellence for All, this is a school that works in true partnership with families, therapists, and the wider community to ensure no student is left behind. If that's the kind of team you want to be part of, read on.

About the Role

As a Learning Mentor, you'll be the consistent, trusted figure that some of the school's most vulnerable students rely on. You'll work across pastoral and academic support - helping students navigate challenges, build resilience, and stay connected to their learning. This is a role that demands empathy, creativity, and a genuine belief in the potential of every young person, regardless of where they're starting from.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a mentoring, pastoral, or student support role - ideally within a SEND or specialist school setting
• A strong understanding of SEMH, ASD, and the barriers facing young people with complex needs
• Warm, patient, and solutions-focused with high expectations for every student
• Confident communicating with students, families, and multi-disciplinary professionals
• Experience supporting students through transitions or into post-16 provision is desirable
• A background in youth work, psychology, education, or social care is an advantage

To Be Eligible You Must

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate already on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
• Provide two professional references from child-related roles
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people