SEN Learning Mentor - Place Partnership Trust

Hours

Please contact Place Partnership Trust for more details.

Contract:

Term Time Only + 2 Inset Days

Place Partnership

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Horbury Academy, Wakefield Road Horbury West Yorkshire WF4 5HE

Permanent

Band E, £20,307 to £21,890 per annum (actual salary)

Horbury Academy are seeking to appoint a resilient, enthusiastic, and dedicated SEN Learning Mentor to join our supportive team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Lead Learning Mentors and the SENCo to deliver high-quality curriculum support and targeted interventions for pupils at risk of significant underachievement. The role will focus on removing barriers to learning, promoting academic progress, and supporting pupils' personal, social, and emotional development to help them achieve their full potential.

The SEN Learning Mentor will deliver a range of targeted intervention programmes that achieve measurable outcomes for vulnerable pupils. They will plan and deliver bespoke SEND support and curriculum interventions for small groups of pupils, tailored to their individual needs and areas of difficulty, helping them to make sustained academic, social, and emotional progress.

The postholder will provide high-quality pastoral and practical support to pupils, including assistance with social, physical, health, welfare, and first aid needs. They will also support pupils with behavioural and emotional needs in small group settings and within the classroom, promoting engagement, inclusion, independence, and positive learning behaviours.

The successful candidate will be…

• NVQ Level 3 Qualified or able to demonstrate a comparable level of relevant experience.
• Knowledgeable about the development of numeracy and literacy skills, and the techniques required to support pupils in acquiring them.
• Capable of managing a range of tasks efficiently and applying effective organisational skills.
• Skilled in establishing effective working relationships with colleagues and external agencies.
• Committed to inspiring, engaging, and motivating young people, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, build resilience, and achieve their full potential.
• Qualified to GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people.

Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire:
Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme via Smart Tech*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’
• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through…