Nurture Mentor

AMA Admin; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working opportunities

FastTrack compliance process

Milk Academy CPD access

Local consultant support

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a dedicated Nurture Mentor to support pupils across Sunderland and South Tyneside in primary schools. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, helping with learning, confidence, and emotional wellbeing, under guidance from teachers and pastoral teams.

This role suits individuals with experience in education, childcare, youth work, mentoring, coaching, care, or support work who are passionate about helping children reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Patient, caring, and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships and act as a role model.
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers and achieve success.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to primary pupils.
• Support children's emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning.
• Support children with SEND, SEMH, and additional learning needs.
• Help pupils develop resilience, independence and self-esteem.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral teams to track progress.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience & nurturing

Communication skills

Relationship building

Role model

DBS Update Service willingness

Education

Enhanced DBS on Update Service

Job description

Nurture Mentor

Sunderland & South Tyneside
Competitive Daily Rate
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Support, encourage, and inspire young learners every day.

Milk Education is recruiting compassionate and dedicated Nurture Mentors to support pupils across Primary Schools in Sunderland and South Tyneside.

As a Nurture Mentor, you will provide vital support to children who may need additional guidance with their learning, confidence, emotional wellbeing, or social development. Working closely with teachers and school staff, you will help create a positive and nurturing environment where every child feels supported and empowered to succeed.

This rewarding role is ideal for individuals with experience in education, childcare, youth work, mentoring, coaching, care, or support work who are passionate about helping children reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils across the Primary age range


• Supporting children's emotional wellbeing, confidence, and personal development


• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils


• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement with learning


• Supporting children with SEND, SEMH, and additional learning needs


• Helping pupils develop resilience, independence, and self-esteem


• Working collaboratively with teachers and pastoral teams to support pupil progress

We Are Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people


• A patient, caring, and nurturing approach


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• The ability to build positive relationships and act as a role model


• A passion for helping children overcome barriers and achieve success


• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Milk Education?

• Competitive rates of pay


• Flexible working opportunities


• FastTrack Compliance process


• Access to 1,000+ FREE and discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy


• Dedicated support from your local Primary ConsultantOpportunities for long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent positions

At Milk Education, we know that every child thrives when they feel supported, valued, and understood. As a Nurture Mentor, you'll play an important role in helping pupils build confidence, develop key life skills, and achieve success both in and out of the classroom.