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Randstad Education; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Travel mileage allowance

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Learning Mentor for our Alternative Provision team in Launceston. You will work one-on-one with young people facing SEMH challenges, delivering tailored learning and helping them regain confidence in education.

You will travel to local communities to offer engaging learning environments, while supporting GCSE English and Maths progress and tracking emotional wellbeing and attendance. A full UK driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviours.
• Strong working knowledge of GCSE English and Maths curriculum.
• Full UK driving license and access to a reliable vehicle for community travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver community-based education in the local area.
• Plan and deliver GCSE English and Maths support for students.
• Build trust and resilience using trauma-informed approaches.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Patience

Boundary setting

Excellent communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning? We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Learning Mentor to join our Alternative Provision team in Launceston. In this role, you will work one-on-one with young people experiencing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will deliver tailored learning, build vital core skills, and help restore their confidence in education.

Responsibilities:

Deliver Community-Based Education: Work out in the local community to create engaging, non-traditional learning environments tailored to the young person's interests.

Core Subject Support: Plan and deliver targeted support for GCSE English and Maths to help students build essential academic foundations.

Build Trust & Confidence: Act as a positive role model, using trauma-informed approaches to re-engage young people who have struggled in mainstream settings.

Track Progress: Monitor emotional wellbeing, attendance, and academic milestones, adapting your approach as needed.

Qualifications:

Experience: Proven experience working with young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviours.

Education: Strong working knowledge of the GCSE English and Maths curriculum.

Driving: Full UK driving license and access to a reliable vehicle for community travel is essential.

Skills: High emotional intelligence, patience, strong boundary-setting, and excellent communication.

What We Offer:

Impactful Work: The opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in a young person's life.

Flexibility: A dynamic workday outside of the traditional classroom environment.

Support & Training: Ongoing professional development in SEMH strategies and safeguarding.

Travel Expenses: Full mileage allowance provided for community-based work.

Contract Type: Full-time / Long Term

Location: Launceston & surrounding community.