Learning Mentor (PE/Sport)

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational provider in Bournemouth seeks an enthusiastic Learning Mentor (PE) to work with primary pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role involves using physical education to inspire engagement and support individual learners in developing social skills. Candidates should have experience in working with children and a background in PE or sports. This full-time temporary role could lead to a permanent position, with a start date in January 2026.

Benefits

Free accredited CPD

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a school or community setting.
• Background in PE, Sport, Coaching or Behaviour Support is essential.
• Experience with SEMH needs is desirable.
• Must have up-to-date Safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Support individual learners and small groups to access learning.
• Use physical education as a vehicle to inspire engagement.
• Promote healthy wellbeing and develop emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Background in PE, Sport, Coaching or Behaviour Support

Experience working with SEMH needs

Up-to-date Safeguarding training

Relevant mentoring, coaching or TA qualifications

Job description

Learning Mentor (PE)

We are currently supporting a dedicated Primary SEMH School in Bournemouth that is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Learning Mentor (PE) with a strong background in PE and Sport. The school provides a nurturing and structured environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, focusing on helping every child build confidence, resilience and positive relationships.

In this role, you will work closely with pupils across the primary age range, using physical education and sport as a vehicle to inspire engagement, develop emotional regulation, and promote healthy wellbeing. You will support individual learners and small groups, helping them access learning, build social skills, and overcome barriers to progress.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about SEMH education, behaviour support, and sport-led interventions.

Contract Details

• Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
• Position: Learning Mentor (PE)
• Specialism: PE, Sport, Behaviour Support
• Start date: January 2026 (or sooner if available)
• Duration: Temporary with potential for a permanent role
• Contract type: Full time
• Hours: 8:30am 4:00pm, plus meetings and training as required
• Pay: From 95.29 (or equivalent depending on experience)

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (school or community setting)
• Background in PE, Sport, Coaching or Behaviour Support
• Experience working with SEMH needs (desirable)
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (within the last year)
• Relevant mentoring, coaching or TA qualifications (advantageous)

To be eligible for this role, you must:

• Have Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child-barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
• Provide two professional references related to working with children

Additional Information

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching acts as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All successful applicants will be required to complete comprehensive safeguarding and vetting checks.

Prospero Teaching offers

• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Access to our in-house Training and Development Team