Inclusive Learning Mentor

Overview

Inclusive Learning Mentor ()

Full time (37) and part-time hours available.

Salary: 30,438 to 32,292 full-time equivalent. Pro rata for part time.

Location:

Wakefield, Castleford or Selby College.

This post is funded through the Inclusive Mainstream Fund and contributes to national SEND reforms.

• Enable rapid progress for students with SEND and other vulnerable characteristics in vocational study and Preparing for Adulthood Outcomes.
• Analyse student needs within the department and liaise with colleagues to support development towards meeting those needs.
• Provide training and support for colleagues regarding SEND, inclusion and other vulnerable characteristics.

• GCSE in English and Maths A*-C/9-4 or equivalent.
• Experience of SEND or other vulnerable characteristics.
• Experience of supporting young people in a school/college setting.
• A Level 3 Education and Training and a relevant SEND qualification are desirable but not essential.

• Generous annual leave (30 days + bank holidays + 5 college closure days).
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Generous contributory pension scheme.
• Discounted Metro Card scheme.
• Cycling to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Reduced-price personal gym membership.
• Access to a wide range of high-street discounts (retail, supermarkets and restaurants).
• Annual staff recognition awards.

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students. This post will be subject to pre-employment vetting in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Sight of evidence of all essential qualifications as outlined in the Person Specification must also be provided.

All posts within the Group are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are not entitled to withhold information about any convictions that are not 'Protected' which for other purposes are 'spent' under the provisions of the act.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived or worked overseas in the last five years, you may be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have lived or worked in if you are the preferred candidate. Further details on how to obtain the required checks can be found on

Closing date 21st June 2026.