Learning Support Mentor

The Linden Academy; Luton; On-site; GBP 19,420 - 19,872; Part time

Job summary

The Linden Academy is seeking a Learning Support Mentor to support pupils aged 4-11 in 1:1 and small group settings. The role focuses on learning development, inclusion, and promoting positive behaviour within a nurturing school environment.

You will join a dedicated team, building strong relationships with students, families and staff. The post is permanent, term-time plus 5 inset days, 33.75 hours per week, with start date 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting is desirable.
• Experience working with children 1:1 is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning development of pupils.
• Promote inclusion for all children including those with SEN and EAL.
• Promote positive behaviour, raise self-esteem and encourage independent learning.
• Build professional relationships with staff, pupils and parents.
• Develop and agree action plans for individual pupils and groups with the class teacher.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Organisation

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C or equivalent)

Job description

Learning Support Mentor (1to1/ Small Group)

The Linden Academy is an exceptional primary school that offers a warm, welcoming, and nurturing learning environment for children aged 4-11. We are seeking a highly motivated and committed Learning Support Mentor to join our dynamic and supportive team.

At The Linden Academy, we are passionate about inspiring young minds and ensuring that in everything we do, we are making a positive impact on our students’ lives. Therefore, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Learning Support Mentor who will take pride in supporting students and providing an excellent education to all children in our school.

The Linden Academy is a school that is dedicated to providing an outstanding education to every child. Our lovely students, hardworking teachers and staff, and supportive parents create a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education.

It’s incredibly important to us here at The Linden Academy that all our staff feel valued, listened to, mentored, challenged, and given adequate opportunities to develop. If you want to grow and develop in a fast paced, dynamic, and successful Academy, come and join us at The Linden Academy!

Key Duties

• To support the learning development of pupils.
• To promote and support inclusion for all children including pupils with SEN, EAL and those with a physical disability.
• To promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem and improve independent working in pupils to assist their education and growth.
• To build and maintain positive and professional relationships with staff, pupils and parents treating all children consistently, with respect and consideration.
• To develop and agree action plans for individual pupils and groups of pupils, working in conjunction with the class teacher.

The successful candidate will have

• Experience working in an educational setting (Desirable, experience of supporting children 1:1).
• Experience of working with children with SEND and EA.
• At least C grade or equivalent in English and Maths GCSE.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work, with the ability to adapt to different situations and challenges.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children and young people.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.

Job Specifics

Start date: 1st September 2026 or asap following this date

Salary: AS 1-3 FTE £24,534-£25,105 actual pro rata £19,420-£19,872

Job Role: Permanent, Term Time + 5 Inset days, 39 weeks per year, Part time, 33.75 hours per week Mon-Fri 8:15am-3:30pm with 30-minute lunch break

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.