Learning Mentor

Smile Education; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

Learning Mentor – Inspiring Opportunity in London

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: London
Pay Rate: £95-115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The Job
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Learning Mentor to join us and work in various schools across London. In this role, you will:

1. Provide one-on-one and group mentoring support to students, helping them to overcome personal, social, and academic challenges.
2. Support students in developing key life skills, such as self-confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being.
3. Work closely with teachers and other staff members to identify students who need additional support and create tailored mentoring plans.
4. Help students develop strategies for managing stress, building motivation, and improving their focus in the classroom.
5. Encourage positive behavior and assist in the development of social skills and peer relationships.
6. Act as a role model, providing guidance and encouragement to help students succeed both inside and outside of the classroom.
7. Support with small group interventions and deliver workshops on key themes like study skills, emotional regulation, and goal setting.

Could This Be Right For You? Are You…

1. Qualified (desired): Hold a relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent).
2. Experienced: Have experience working with children in a classroom or support setting, or a passion for supporting students with additional learning needs.
3. Skilled: Demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and support students of all abilities.
4. Personable: Patient, adaptable, and empathetic, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Desirable Skills:

1. Experience supporting students with SEN or additional learning needs.
2. A good understanding of child development and effective learning strategies.
3. Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to supporting students.

What We Offer to Create Education Staff
At Create Education, we deeply value the hard work and commitment of our staff. We offer:

1. Competitive rates of pay.
2. Access to a pension scheme.
3. Professional development programs to support your growth.
4. Dedicated and trained Recruitment Consultants.
5. Extended opening hours to support you when needed.
6. Opportunities to work in schools across London.
7. Invitations to exclusive Create Education events.
8. APSCo accredited agency status for your peace of mind.

What You Need To Do Next?
To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]

You will need to have the following:

1. Engage in our registration and compliance process.
2. Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one.
3. Meet the minimum qualifications and experience required for this role.
4. Right to work in the UK.
5. Satisfactory references covering at least the last 24 months.
6. Full work history going back to compulsory education.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of a school that is truly dedicated to inspiring every student to reach their potential. We can’t wait to hear from you!

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.