Learning Mentor - Roberts Primary School

Dudley Council; Dudley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Dudley is seeking a dedicated Learning Mentor to support children's emotional, social, and academic development. The ideal candidate will help remove barriers to learning and provide tailored support to students in need. This role is crucial in encouraging students to thrive in a positive learning environment. The position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to staff well-being.

Benefits

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children's emotional and social development.
• Ability to work with diverse learning needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with pupils to help remove barriers to learning.
• Provide targeted support for children who may face challenges.
• Work closely with teachers to create support plans.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Encourage pupils to develop life skills.

Skills

Compassionate support

Building relationships

Behavior support

Collaboration with teachers

Resilience promotion

Role modeling

Job description

Overview

Roberts Primary School is an impressive, state-of-the-art 3-form school in North Dudley with excellent facilities, including Nursery, wraparound and an Environment Zone with a 4-acre forest school. The school is on an exciting journey of development with a newly formed leadership team who are forward thinking, research driven and committed to the well-being of all staff and pupils.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentor to join our school team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting children’s emotional, social and academic development, ensuring that every child can thrive and achieve their best.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with pupils to help remove barriers to learning.
• Provide targeted support for children who may face challenges with behaviour, attendance, confidence, or wellbeing.
• Work closely with teachers, families and external agencies to create tailored support plans.
• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to promote resilience, engagement and progress.
• Be a positive role model, encouraging pupils to develop skills for life both inside and outside the classroom.

What the School Offers

• Highly motivated staff
• A leadership team whose focus is on improving outcomes for our children
• A commitment to staff well-being with access to an Employee Assistance Programme (24/7, 365 days) including counselling, financial and legal advice
• Children who value learning and supportive parents
• An ethos of valuing staff and their professional development
• A stimulating learning environment conducive to learning
• Competitive salary

Role Details and Requirements

The Learning Mentor role is 35 hours a week / 39 weeks a year (Term time + 5 training days).

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 1st October 2025. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 9th October 2025.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must provide documentation proving their right to work in the UK. Online searches may be conducted as part of shortlisting in line with KCSIE 2022 guidance.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will be accepted; online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you need assistance with applying, contact the HR Resourcing Team at [e-mail] or visit the WM Jobs Help Page.

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Additional Details

Attached documents: Model JD Learning Mentor (1).doc

Company: Dudley Council

Location: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, Council House, Priory Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 1HF, GB