Learning Mentor | Lambeth | £93–£110 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start
Ortus Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Learning Mentor to join an Alternative Provision setting in Lambeth. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or someone with relevant transferable experience who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
The successful candidate will work closely with pupils across KS2 to KS4, providing both academic and pastoral support. You will play an important role in helping students build confidence, develop positive attitudes towards education and make progress both inside and outside the classroom.
The school is Ofsted rated Good and is looking for someone who can commit to a long-term position. The environment can be challenging at times, so resilience, patience and the ability to remain calm when managing difficult situations are essential.
About the Role
As a Learning Mentor, you will provide targeted support to pupils who may require additional guidance with their behaviour, engagement and learning. You will work alongside teaching staff and other professionals to help create a positive and structured learning environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing individual and small-group support to pupils across KS2–KS4
- Supporting students during lessons across core and foundation subjects
- Developing positive relationships with pupils and acting as a consistent source of support
- Helping students improve their confidence, motivation and engagement with learning
- Supporting behaviour management and implementing appropriate strategies
- Recognising individual needs and adapting your approach accordingly
- Using effective de-escalation techniques when students become distressed or dysregulated
- Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals
- Encouraging pupils to develop greater independence and take ownership of their learning
- Supporting students with additional needs, including SEMH, ADHD and ASC
What We’re Looking For
We are interested in hearing from candidates who have experience working with children or young people in an educational environment. Experience within Alternative Provision, SEN, behaviour support or pastoral care would be particularly useful, although transferable experience will also be considered.
To be considered, you will need:
- Previous experience working in a school, college, primary or secondary setting
- The right to work in the UK
- A patient, resilient and supportive approach to working with young people
- The ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and professionally
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Two suitable professional references
- A current DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new enhanced DBS check
Why Work with Ortus Recruitment?
At Ortus Recruitment, we aim to provide a supportive and rewarding experience for education professionals. We work closely with our candidates to help them find opportunities that match their experience and career goals.
You can expect:
- £93–£110 PAYE (No Umbrella Companies/Deductions)
- Full-time, long-term opportunities
- Immediate start
- Dedicated consultant support
- Wellbeing support
- 24/7 access to your personal consultant
- Potential temp-to-perm opportunities
- Opportunities to develop your experience within education
Please apply today with your full CV to be considered for this opportunity.
All successful applicants will be required to complete the appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, full references and verification of eligibility to work in the UK.
Learning Mentor | Lambeth | £93–£110 PAYE | Full Time | Immediate Start