Primary Learning Mentor

GSL Education; Dover; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education Kent is recruiting a Primary Learning Mentor to support pupils in a Dover primary school. The role focuses on one-to-one and small-group support, helping children build confidence, resilience and positive learning behaviours.

You will work closely with teachers to tailor academic and pastoral support, with safeguarding at the forefront and an enhanced DBS required. Salary is £95++ per day and start is ASAP.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in primary education or mentoring contexts.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support individual learning needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection with DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support.
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive learning behaviours.
• Support literacy, numeracy and wider classroom activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.
• Safeguard pupils and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Experience with children in primary/ed

Positive relationships

Patience and resilience

Education

Graduate seeking education experience

Job description

Primary Learning Mentor

Location: Dover
Salary Scale: £95++ per day, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Ongoing
Contract Type: Long Term, Full-time

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and helping them develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards education?

About the role

GSL Education Kent are currently recruiting a Primary Learning Mentor to support pupils within a welcoming primary school in Dover. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, graduate or aspiring teacher who is keen to make a meaningful difference to children's academic progress, wellbeing and personal development.

As a Primary Learning Mentor, you will provide targeted support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop positive learning behaviours and become more confident and engaged within the classroom.

About the School

This supportive primary school is committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their potential. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing positive relationships, promoting high expectations and providing individualised support to help every child succeed.

Primary Learning Mentor role

The successful Primary Learning Mentor will work with pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis, providing academic and pastoral support tailored to individual needs. You will help pupils develop their confidence, independence and approach to learning while supporting their wider educational and personal development.

We are looking for a Primary Learning Mentor who is caring, patient and confident in building positive relationships with children.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience working with children within a primary school, educational or mentoring setting
• Be confident supporting pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive learning behaviours
• Support children with literacy, numeracy and wider classroom activities
• Build positive relationships and provide encouragement tailored to individual needs
• Be patient, approachable and committed to helping pupils make meaningful progress
• Work effectively with teachers and wider school staff to support pupils' learning and wellbeing

Experience working in a school, tutoring or mentoring environment would be advantageous, although applications from graduates looking to develop their experience in education are also welcome.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts & Cs apply).