Primary Education & Learning Mentor — Elevate Young Minds

Milk Education; South Shields; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+ accredited for safer

Priority Partnership school network

5+ CPD courses before placement

Milk Academy professional development

Free PSHE lesson plans & resources

Wellbeing resources & community hub

Dedicated 24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting an Education & Learning Mentor to support pupils across the Primary range, delivering targeted interventions in Reading, Writing and Maths, and assisting with classroom activities.

The role suits graduates or experienced staff, offering ongoing professional development and a path toward teaching, psychology, SEND, or pastoral support. Apply for September placement with support from Milk Education.

Qualifications

• Degree obtained within the last five years or relevant experience supporting children and young people.
• Professional employment references covering the last two years.
• A genuine passion for education and child development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, positive and adaptable approach.
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Understanding of SEND, Autism, ADHD, SEMH or Speech and Language needs is advantageous.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 on a one-to-one, small group and classroom basis.
• Deliver targeted interventions in Reading, Writing and Maths.
• Support children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and improve engagement within the classroom.
• Promote confidence, resilience and independence.
• Support social, emotional and communication development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENDCOs and pastoral teams.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist with classroom activities, learning resources and lesson preparation.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

SEND awareness

Autism/ADHD knowledge

DBS update service

Education

BA Education

MA Education

MA Education (SEND and Inclusion)

Primary Education

Early Years Childhood Studies

Childhood Studies

Psychology

Youth Work

Social Work

Teaching Assistant roles

SEND Support roles

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting an Education & Learning Mentor to support pupils across the Primary range, delivering targeted interventions in Reading, Writing and Maths, and assisting with classroom activities.

The role suits graduates or experienced staff, offering ongoing professional development and a path toward teaching, psychology, SEND, or pastoral support. Apply for September placement with support from Milk Education.