Learning Mentor

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Solihull
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
SALARY
£27,000 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils Confident communicator Strong relational skills Calm under challenging situations Trauma-informed practice Relational practice Safeguarding awareness Collaboration with school staff

FULL DESCRIPTION

Learning Mentor

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting a Learning Mentor for a secondary school in Solihull. This is a full-time, on-site role with a salary of £23,500 - £27,000 per annum.

Job Description

Across the school day, staff in this role help maintain routines and professional standards. Collaboration with school staff is central to ensuring pupils are supported, expectations are clear, and safeguarding standards are upheld. Reliability, adaptability, and professionalism are essential.

  • Supports daily school routines and operations.
  • Works collaboratively with staff and pupils.
  • Maintains professional and safeguarding standards.
  • Adapts to the needs of the school environment.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

  • Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils.
  • Confident communicator with strong relational skills.
  • Ability to stay calm during challenging situations.
  • Understanding of trauma-informed or relational practice.
  • Strong safeguarding awareness.

About the School

This Solihull (B92) secondary school is known for its strong pastoral systems, forward-thinking leadership, and commitment to ensuring pupils feel supported academically and emotionally. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school has clear routines, positive behaviour structures, and a culture that promotes dignity, fairness, and respect.

Staff collaborate closely across departments to identify pupils who need additional guidance and ensure they receive consistent, coordinated support. Pastoral hubs provide safe, structured environments where pupils can reflect, regulate, and prepare for learning. Intervention programmes focus on emotional literacy, resilience, behaviour guidance, and social development.

Leadership is visible and proactive, regularly investing in staff training related to inclusion, restorative practice, and wellbeing. Families speak positively about the school’s communication, its caring approach, and the progress their children make both academically and personally.

This is an excellent environment for someone who enjoys pastoral work, values teamwork, and wants to make a real difference in the day-to-day experience of young people.

Application Instructions

Apply via the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] website using the application form. Include your CV and reference the Vacancy ID: b4f72d16-10df-40af-9403-f8fc02c57a50.

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