Mentor

Your Staff Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training & development

Supportive management & collaborative

Job summary

Your Staff Group in London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work one-to-one with a child in South East London. You will assist the Tutor by delivering personalised activities, keeping learners engaged and building confidence throughout sessions.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, empathy and reliable teamwork within a supportive learning environment, with flexible hours and term-time options available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational, childcare, youth work, mentoring or support settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, empathetic, and able to build trusting relationships.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, professional and adaptable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to a child during tutoring sessions.
• Work collaboratively with the Tutor to deliver personalised learning activities.
• Encourage participation, engagement and positive learning behaviours.
• Support the child's emotional wellbeing and confidence development.
• Adapt support strategies to meet the child's individual needs and learning style.
• Assist with organisation, focus and task completion during sessions.
• Record observations and provide feedback on progress and engagement.
• Help create a safe, positive and nurturing learning environment.
• Promote independence while providing appropriate levels of support.

Skills

Child & youth support

Communication

Empathy & relations

Teamwork

Reliability & professionalism

Safeguarding

Education

Education/Childcare qualifications

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One)

Location: South East London
Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Hours: Full-Time / Part-Time / Term-Time Options Available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work alongside a Tutor, providing one-to-one support to a child in the South East London area.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a young person's educational journey. The successful candidate will support the Tutor in delivering personalised learning activities, helping the child remain engaged, motivated, and confident throughout their learning sessions.

The role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people and who enjoy building positive relationships that help learners thrive both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to a child during tutoring sessions.
• Work collaboratively with the Tutor to deliver personalised learning activities.
• Encourage participation, engagement, and positive learning behaviours.
• Support the child's emotional wellbeing and confidence development.
• Adapt support strategies to meet the child's individual needs and learning style.
• Assist with organisation, focus, and task completion during sessions.
• Record observations and provide feedback on progress and engagement.
• Help create a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Promote independence while providing appropriate levels of support.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational, childcare, youth work, mentoring, or support setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, empathetic, and able to build trusting relationships.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, professional, and adaptable.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting children with SEND, SEMH needs, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, or school avoidance.
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, Youth Work, or a related field.
• Knowledge of behaviour support and positive intervention strategies.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive management and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child's education and wellbeing.
• Meaningful and rewarding one-to-one work.

Safeguarding Statement

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant safeguarding requirements. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.