Learning Mentor

Learning Mentor

Location: Birmingham, B28 Weekly Pay Rate: £500 - £580 Start Date: ASAP Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Contract: Long-Term to Permanent Vacancy

Long Term Futures are recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentor to join a welcoming primary school in North Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a strong pastoral team, supporting pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural and social support throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will work across the school, providing both 1:1 and small group mentoring interventions for pupils who may be experiencing challenges with behaviour, attendance, emotional regulation or engagement with learning. You will play a key role in helping children develop resilience, self-esteem and the skills needed to succeed both academically and socially.

Deliver 1:1 mentoring sessions for pupils requiring additional support
Run small group interventions focused on wellbeing, resilience and social skills
Support pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and emotional regulation
Conduct regular wellbeing check-ins and monitor pupil progress
Build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff
Support behaviour management strategies across the school
Work alongside teachers, the SENCO, safeguarding team and external agencies
Encourage positive attitudes towards learning, attendance and school life

Previous experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs
Experience working in a pastoral, mentoring, youth work or school-based support role
Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
Understanding of emotional wellbeing and trauma-informed approaches
Ability to remain calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations
Experience working with external agencies and support services (desirable)
Relevant qualification in Education, Youth Work, Counselling or similar (desirable)
DSL or safeguarding training would be advantageous

Inclusive and nurturing primary school environment
Strong pastoral and wellbeing provision
Supportive senior leadership team and experienced safeguarding staff
Positive staff culture with a strong team ethos
Committed to ensuring every child feels safe, valued and supported

Apply with your CV today to discuss this role in further detail. Jaya from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the role.
Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.