Student Support Mentor

Oxford Outcomes; Knossington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A therapeutic school is looking for a Student Support Mentor in Knossington. This role involves supporting young people’s learning and engagement, leading outdoor sessions, and delivering 1:1 interventions. The ideal candidate should have experience with children or young adults, a compassionate approach, and a GCSE in English and Maths. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive working environment, focusing on personal and professional development.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, or youth work.
• A calm, compassionate, and resilient nature with a genuine desire to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils’ learning and engagement across a range of subjects.
• Deliver targeted 1:1 or small group sessions to meet individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Calm and compassionate nature

Adaptability and teamwork

Positive attitude and commitment

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

Job description

Job Title: Student Support Mentor

Location: The Grange Therapeutic School, Knossington, Oakham LE15 8LY

Salary: £20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday-Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm | Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: November 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About The Role

As a Student Support Mentor, you’ll play a vital role in shaping young lives both inside and outside the classroom. You’ll work alongside our teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to create a positive, nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. From supporting classroom learning to leading outdoor sessions, enrichment activities, and 1:1 interventions — no two days will be the same. You’ll help students grow in confidence, develop independence, and discover what they’re truly capable of.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support pupils’ learning and engagement across a range of subjects and activities
• Deliver targeted 1:1 or small group sessions to meet individual needs
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation through empathy and consistency
• Take part in outdoor learning, trips, and hands‑on activities that build life skills
• Work closely with staff to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment
• Help students develop social, emotional, and personal confidence
• Respond to emotional and behavioural challenges with empathy, consistency, and professionalism

What We’re Looking For

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience working with children or young people in education, care, or youth work
• A calm, compassionate, and resilient nature — with a genuine desire to make a difference
• Adaptability, teamwork, and a proactive approach to supporting individual needs
• Someone who leads by example and inspires others through positivity and commitment

About The School

The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent school for students aged 8-18 years with social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Our school is based in a Victorian country house near Oakham with stunning views and fantastic facilities to develop not only the educational, but also the social and emotional needs of our pupils. With access to woods and lakes on site, the school has an ethos about delivering a personalised curriculum tailored to, and driven by, the individuals. Behaviour is currently rated as “Outstanding” by Ofsted.

We need hardworking, pupil‑centred staff who are resilient and willing to go the extra mile. In return we offer significant investment in professional development, a supportive staff group and opportunities for progression.

Why Join Us

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits via Vista Flexible Benefits Platform
• 100’s of discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and paid fertility treatment support

You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.