SEN Learning Mentors

Kirklees Council; Salubindza; On-site; ZAR 263 000 - 474 000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking innovative and enthusiastic SEN Learning Mentors to support students at risk of underachievement. Positions available include full-time and part-time roles, with salaries ranging from £11,955 to £21,522 per annum. Ideal candidates should have experience working with challenged children and effective communication skills. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds. The roles are based at Ossett Academy, an Ofsted good rated secondary school, promoting an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with children at risk of underachievement.
• Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups.
• Fresh ideas for meaningful interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead SEN Learning Mentors and Associate SENDCO.
• Deliver curriculum provision and learning support.
• Provide numeracy and literacy support to targeted pupils.

Skills

Experience working with vulnerable/challenged children

Effective communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to provide learning support programs

Job description

Overview

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Accord MAT

To Start As Soon As Possible

We are seeking to appoint numerous innovative and enthusiastic SEN Learning Mentors to support Lead SEN Learning Mentors, Associate SENDCO and the SENCO with the delivery of curriculum provision and learning support for targeted pupils at risk of significant underachievement and to support individuals with enhanced needs.

In this varied role applicants will be required to demonstrate flexibility, have some experience of working with vulnerable/challenged/challenging children and young people and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and pupils alike. The role will see the successful applicants providing learning support programmes and interventions, including providing support to pupils with numeracy and literacy in one to one and small group settings. We are flexible in our approach and are looking for applicants with fresh ideas for targeted and meaningful interventions.

We have various positions available on both full time and part time basis:

1. SEN Learning Mentor - Full Time, 32.5 Hours Per Week, working Monday to Friday 8.15am to 3.15pm, £19,925 to £21,522 per annum (actual salary), Permanent.
2. SEN Learning Mentor - Part Time, 19.5 Hours Per Week, working 8.15am to 3.15pm 3 days a week (days to be discussed at interview), £11,955 to £12,913 per annum (actual salary), Permanent.
3. SEN 1:1 Learning Mentor - Full Time, 32.5 Hours Per Week, working Monday to Friday 8.15am to 3.15pm, £19,925 to £21,522 per annum, Temporary. This position is temporary to support a pupil on a 1:1 basis for the duration of time they remain a pupil at Ossett Academy and continues to require support.

All positions include a 30-minute unpaid lunch break per day.

Candidates are welcome to apply for either or both positions. Please indicate to which position you are applying for within your application form.

Ossett Academy is an Ofsted good rated secondary academy with great facilities and fantastic staff. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team in a welcoming, friendly school. We strive to create an environment where pupils enjoy learning and are given opportunity to stretch themselves both academically and also through a wide range of other extra-curricular activities. Our success is founded on traditional values set in a warm friendly environment

Interviews are expected to be held: w/c 23rd February 2026

Application forms are available from Accord MAT vacancies. Completed application forms to be returned to [e-mail].

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check