Learning Mentor - Sparkhill

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term/permanent roles

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting for a Mixed Year Group Learning Mentor to support pupils with SEN in a Sparkhill primary school, Birmingham. The role is full‑time and involves working with students from Year 1 to Year 6 across Key Stages 1 and 2, including those with autism and behavioural needs.

The successful candidate will build positive relationships, promote engagement and support emotional and academic development, collaborating with teachers and the SENCO to tailor support and adapt

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEN, particularly autism.
• Calm, consistent and patient approach.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN.
• Work with class teachers and SENCO to implement tailored strategies.
• Support pupils in developing social skills and emotional regulation.
• Adapt approaches to meet individual needs.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Calm approach

Relationship building

Job description

Mixed Year Group Learning Mentor - Sparkhill

Aspire People is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Learning Mentor / Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a welcoming primary school in Sparkhill, Birmingham.

This is a full‑time, ongoing role working across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 (Year 1–Year 6), supporting pupils with autism and additional behavioural needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in building positive relationships, promoting engagement, and supporting pupils' emotional and academic development.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN, including autism and behavioural needs.
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to implement tailored support strategies.
• Support pupils in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour.
• Adapt approaches to meet the individual needs of each child.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children with SEN, particularly autism and behavioural needs.
• A calm, consistent, and patient approach.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Flexibility to work across different year groups.

We are looking for positive role models who can engage and inspire pupils, helping them to feel supported and succeed within the school environment. Candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

Why Aspire People

• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay

If you’re interested, please submit your CV and we will be in touch.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.