Part Time Learning Mentor

Wootton Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wootton Upper School invites applications for a Learning Mentor to help students overcome barriers to learning inside and outside the classroom. You will provide one-to-one support, run small group interventions, and work closely with teaching staff and parents to boost progress and wellbeing.

We welcome graduates or aspiring teachers and professionals from youth work, psychology, social care, or pastoral support backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Commitment to supporting young peoples personal and academic development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Proactive, resilient and empathetic approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for students.
• Run small group interventions to raise engagement and progress.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and parents to support learning and wellbeing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Relationship building

Empathy

Education

Graduate or aspiring teacher

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Are you a professional looking for a new challenge, or considering a future career in teaching? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Learning Mentor at Wootton Upper School.

As a Learning Mentor, you’ll play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, both inside and outside the classroom. Whether it’s providing one-to-one support, running small group interventions, or working closely with teaching staff and parents, your work will have a direct and lasting impact on student progress and wellbeing.

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced professionals who want to make a difference in education.
• Graduates or aspiring teachers looking to gain valuable school-based experience.
• Individuals with backgrounds in youth work, psychology, social care, or pastoral support.

You’ll need:

• A strong commitment to supporting young people’s personal and academic development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• A proactive, resilient, and empathetic approach to problem-solving.

Why Join Us?

At Wootton Upper School, we are proud of our inclusive ethos, dedicated staff, and a culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and professional development. As part of our team, you will:

• Work within a supportive and experienced SEND and teaching team.
• Receive opportunities for training and career progression, including routes into teacher training.
• Contribute meaningfully to the lives of students at a crucial stage in their education.

Closing Date: Open until filled.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Wootton Academy Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.