SEND Learning Mentor & Pastoral Support

Prospero Teaching; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is partnering with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury, Lancashire, seeking a Learning Mentor to provide SEND and pastoral support to 11-19 students. This full-time, permanent role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, during term time, with a weekly rate of £600-£750 depending on experience.

You will support students across pastoral and academic pathways, help with resilience, and communicate with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in mentoring, pastoral, or student support roles in SEND or specialist settings.
• Strong understanding of SEMH and ASD and related barriers.
• Empathetic, patient and solutions-focused with high expectations.
• Confident in communicating with students, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supporting transitions or progression to post-16.
• Background in youth work, psychology, education or social care is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent pastoral and academic support for students.
• Help learners navigate challenges, build resilience and stay engaged.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and families to tailor support.
• Support transitions or progression to post-16 provision as needed.

Skills

Mentoring experience

SEMH knowledge

Empathy & solutions-focused

Communication with students & families

Transition support

Youth work/psychology background

Job description

Prospero Teaching is partnering with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury, Lancashire, seeking a Learning Mentor to provide SEND and pastoral support to 11-19 students. This full-time, permanent role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm, during term time, with a weekly rate of £600-£750 depending on experience.

You will support students across pastoral and academic pathways, help with resilience, and communicate with families and professionals.