Learning Support Mentor Scheduling Lead

Truro and Penwith College; Truro; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension scheme

Relocation package

On-site parking

On-site discounts

Job summary

Truro and Penwith College is seeking a proactive Learning Support Mentor Scheduling Lead to coordinate daily cover for LSMs and oversee timetable implementation across campuses. You will liaise with teaching and support staff to ensure consistent and effective SEND support while maintaining accurate records of attendance and progress.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, experience with SEND, and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting.
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
• Experience supporting learners with additional needs/SEND.
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively.
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent).
• Knowledge of FE sector and qualifications in education or support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily cover for Learning Support Mentors in response to absence.
• Oversee and implement LSM timetables across campuses.
• Liaise with teaching staff, support staff, and managers to communicate support needs clearly.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and support provided.
• Communicate changes in support arrangements clearly to students.
• Provide flexible, needs-led support to learners, including those with complex needs.
• Support and guide LSMs to promote consistency and best practice.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and student-focused environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

SEND experience

Relationship building

Education

GCSE Maths & English (4/C or equivalent)

Education/support qualification

Tools

IT skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Learning Support team for a Learning Support Mentor (LSM) Scheduling Lead. This key role is responsible for coordinating daily cover arrangements for Learning Support Mentors, ensuring that students with additional learning needs receive consistent and effective support across all campuses. The postholder will oversee timetable implementation, manage staff deployment, and maintain continuity of support in response to staff absence. There will also be an expectation to provide direct learner support where required, working with students across a range of SEND needs.

• Coordinate daily cover for LSM staff in response to absence
• Oversee and implement LSM timetables across campuses
• Liaise with teaching staff, support staff, and managers to ensure effective communication of support needs
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and support provided
• Communicate changes in support arrangements clearly to students
• Provide flexible, needs-led support to learners when required, including those with complex needs
• Support and guide LSMs, promoting consistency and best practice
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and student-focused environment

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting student success.

Essential

• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills
• Experience supporting learners with additional needs/SEND
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent)

Desirable

• Experience in a Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor, or similar role
• Knowledge of the FE sector
• Relevant qualification in education or support

Additional information: This role will involve cross-college working and a high degree of flexibility. You will also be expected to contribute to the wider work of Learning Support and Inclusive Practice. All staff are required to commit to safeguarding, equality and diversity, and continuous professional development.

Salary: £26,092 pro rata

Contract: Fixed term contract

Location: Truro and Penwith College, Truro & Penwith College

Working hours: Full-time (37 hours / week), term-time (38 weeks), fixed-term (12 months)

Benefits: up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata, College closure days, LGPS pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.