Learning Mentor - Make Every Day Count

Location: Kent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Help Young People Re-Engage, Rebuild and Succeed

Are you passionate about supporting young people who need a different approach to education? Do you thrive on building positive relationships and helping students overcome barriers to learning?

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Learning Mentor to join a specialist educational setting that supports students who have struggled in mainstream education. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people every single day.

The Role

As a Learning Mentor, you will work closely with students aged 11-18 who may have a range of additional needs, including:

• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
• Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC)
• ADHD
• Anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance
• Challenging behaviour and complex backgrounds

You will act as a positive role model, helping students develop confidence, improve engagement, manage emotions, and achieve their personal and academic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with students
• Support learners both inside and outside the classroom
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Encourage engagement with learning and school activities
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and pastoral support
• Work closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals
• Help students develop social skills, resilience, and independence

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach
• The ability to inspire and motivate challenging learners
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Us?

Make a lasting impact on young people's lives

Join a supportive and passionate team

No two days are ever the same

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

A highly rewarding role where every success matters

Immediate interviews available

If you believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed and you're ready for a role where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help transform futures through encouragement, guidance, and support.