Learning Mentor (SEND) – Calm, Neurodiversity‑Affirming Support

Little Grove Learning; Northampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Little Grove Learning is a specialist, non-school alternative provision in Northampton, supporting children aged 5–11 with additional needs, including autism, ADHD, PDA profiles and sensory differences. We are looking for a caring and experienced Learning Mentor (SEND) to join our small team.

You will support children individually and in small groups through child-led learning, play and practical activities, helping them feel safe, understood and ready to engage.

Qualifications

• Caring and experienced Learning Mentor (SEND)
• Ability to work with children aged 5–11 with additional needs
• Experience supporting individuals and small groups

Responsibilities

• Support children individually and in small groups through child-led learning, play and practical activities.
• Help children feel safe, understood and ready to engage.
• Build trusting relationships and support emotional regulation and sensory needs.

Skills

Empathy

SEND support

Child-led learning

Education

Experience as Learning Mentor

Tools

Communicable skills

Job description

Little Grove Learning is a specialist, non-school alternative provision in Northampton, supporting children aged 5–11 with additional needs, including autism, ADHD, PDA profiles and sensory differences. We are looking for a caring and experienced Learning Mentor (SEND) to join our small team.

You will support children individually and in small groups through child-led learning, play and practical activities, helping them feel safe, understood and ready to engage.