Learning Mentor - Wingfield Primary School

Royal Borough of Greenwich; London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London is seeking a passionate Learning Mentor to support children with social, emotional, or behavioral needs. This full-time role includes responsibilities such as facilitating access to the curriculum and contributing to a dynamic learning environment. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and experience with children, with a preference given to those familiar with special needs education. The salary ranges between £33,347 and £34,237 annually.

Qualifications

• Degree of flexibility to meet children's needs.
• Experience working with children with special needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with social, emotional or behavioral needs.
• Promote principles of inclusion for all children.
• Be part of a dynamic team focused on children's learning.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Commitment to teamwork

Education

Experience working with children

Experience with special needs (advantage)

Job description

Overview

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Job Introduction

Learning Mentor

35 hours per week 39 weeks per year - term time plus 5 inset days.

08:30 - 16:00 with a 30-minute break for lunch.

APT & C Scale SO1 points 23-25 - £38,254 to £39,276 per annum (FTE)

Actual Salary £33,347 to £34,237 per annum for 35 hour week

Are you passionate about making a difference?

We are seeking an inspirational person with vision, high expectations for learning, and excellent communication skills to support children who may have social, emotional or behavioural needs and who require additional help to access the curriculum and reach their full potential.

A degree of flexibility will be required to meet the needs of the children and the school.

Experience working with children, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and a strong commitment to teamwork are essential.

Experience working with children with special needs would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a learning community committed to achieving the best for our children.
• Be part of a forward thinking, dynamic team of professionals who see children at the heart of the learning process.
• Have high expectations, understand the importance of, and promote the principles of inclusion; enabling every child to overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.

About the School and Partnership

Wingfield Primary School is a three-form entry school judged as outstanding by OFSTED.

We are part of The Compass Partnership of Schools, an innovative and forward-thinking Trust based in Essex and Greenwich. This unique partnership provides immense opportunities to develop the quality of provision and outcomes for children across our schools.

Safeguarding and Conditions

The Compass Partnership of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils. As the duties of this post involve regular contact with children, any offer to the successful candidates will be conditional upon an Enhanced Disclosure being obtained via the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

Our successful candidate will also be health checked and references will be requested before appointment. The post is permanent and is subject to a satisfactory probation period.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

How to Apply and Contact

For further information about our school please visit our website: www.wingfield.compassps.uk

Please visit our Careers Page to find out more and apply for this role.

Closing Date: Sunday 5 th October 2025

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