Learning Mentor - Lydney
£14.24 - £15.50 per hour Full Time / Part Time / Flexible Opportunities
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can help young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential? Vision for Education are recruiting for a Learning Mentor to work within a specialist school setting in the Lydney area.
This Learning Mentor role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people, building positive relationships, and helping pupils develop confidence both in and out of the classroom.
About the Learning Mentor Role
As a Learning Mentor, you will support pupils who may have additional learning needs, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), autism, ADHD, or difficulties engaging with education.
- Provide 1:1 and small group support
- Help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and positive learning behaviours
- Support emotional regulation and wellbeing
- Build trusting relationships with pupils to help them engage in school life
- Work alongside teachers and support staff to meet individual needs
- Encourage attendance, participation, and independence
About the School
- Specialist setting supporting pupils with additional needs
- Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and personal development
- Supportive and experienced staff team
- Structured learning environment with a nurturing approach
- Opportunities to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
Training and Development
No previous school experience is required for this Learning Mentor role.
If you're new to education, Vision for Education will provide FREE training, including:
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
- Behaviour Management
- SEND Awareness
- Supporting Children with SEMH Needs
- Introduction to Working in Schools
Following a successful interview and compliance checks, we will work to secure paid placements to help you develop your skills as a Learning Mentor.
What We're Looking For
To be successful as a Learning Mentor, you will:
- Have a passion for supporting children and young people
- Be patient, resilient, and positive
- Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
- Be committed to ongoing training and development
- Be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check
Experience in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, support work, or similar environments is beneficial but not essential.
What Vision for Education Offer
- £14.24 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE
- FREE training and CPD opportunities
- Flexible work to suit your availability
- Dedicated consultant support
- Pension contributions and holiday pay
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Please note: This Learning Mentor role is offered on a 0-hour contract basis. Work can be day-to-day, short-term, or long-term depending on school requirements and your availability.
If you're ready to start a rewarding career as a Learning Mentor in the Lydney area, apply today with your CV.
