Learning Mentor

Learning Mentor - Secondary Schools - Newham
September 2025 Start | Full-Time | Supporting Student Progress & Wellbeing

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentors to work across a number of secondary schools in Newham, starting in September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people in overcoming barriers to learning and help them thrive both academically and personally.

• Location: Various secondary schools in Newham

• Start Date: September 2025

• Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only

• Duration: Full academic year (with potential for extension)

• Salary: Competitive daily rate (based on experience)

• Providing one-to-one and small group support to students struggling with behaviour, engagement, or personal challenges

• Supporting students to develop positive learning habits, confidence, and motivation

• Working closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral leads

• Helping to implement individual learning and behaviour plans

• Acting as a positive role model and mentor for students across year groups

• Previous experience working with young people in a school, youth work, or mentoring capacity

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach

• Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students

• A genuine passion for helping young people reach their full potential

• A relevant qualification or degree is desirable, but not essential

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)