Learning Support Mentor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Flexible placement opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Learning Support Mentor in Shaftesbury for an immediate start.

The role focuses on providing targeted support to pupils with additional learning needs, building strong relationships and promoting confidence and attainment within both one-to-one and classroom settings. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support students’ academic and personal development, with a compassionate, patient approach and a commitment to safeguarding and best

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted support to students requiring additional assistance.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral staff.
• Support students both one-to-one and within classroom settings.

Skills

Experience with children/young people

Excellent communication

Patient, resilient, empathetic

Passion for supporting young people

Job description

Learning Support Mentor - Shaftesbury | Immediate Start Available

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Learning Support Mentor to join a fantastic school in Shaftesbury. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional learning needs and helping them succeed both academically and personally.

As a Learning Support Mentor, you will play a vital role in providing tailored support to students, helping to raise confidence, engagement and attainment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver targeted support to students requiring additional assistance
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Encourage emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teachers and pastoral staff
• Support students both one-to-one and within classroom settings

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, resilient and empathetic approach
• A genuine passion for supporting young people

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Supportive school environments
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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