Learning Mentor

Job Title: Learning Mentor

Location: Wembley, Brent

Pay: £90 to £120 - Full-Time/ Term Time Only

Start Date: ASAP/Sept 2025

Are you passionate about supporting the personal, social, and academic development of students in a secondary school setting? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Mentor to join our vibrant team at Secondary School in West London.

Position Overview: As a Learning Mentor, you will play a crucial role in supporting the personal and academic development of students. Working closely with our pastoral team, careers team, and SLT you will provide guidance, mentoring, and intervention to students who may be facing challenges or barriers to learning. Your role will be instrumental in helping students overcome obstacles, develop resilience, and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with students, providing a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Provide one-on-one mentoring and targeted support to students, focusing on their social, emotional, and academic well-being.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to develop personalized support plans.
• Deliver group workshops and interventions to address topics such as self-esteem, study skills, resilience, and emotional well-being.
• Monitor and track the progress of students, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies
• Work closely with the pastoral team and other staff members to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting student well-being and progress.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of interventions, progress, and communications with students and relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Previous experience working as a Learning Mentor or in a similar role is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships with students.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to respond to the varying needs and challenges of students.
• A comprehensive understanding of safeguarding procedures
• Relevant qualifications in mentoring, counseling, or youth work would be advantageous.

How to Apply: If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting the personal and academic development of students, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Today by submitting your CV - highlighting your relevant experience

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references will be required for the successful candidate.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'