Job Introduction
Sutton-on-Sea Community Primary School are a looking for a Learning Mentor to join their team.
Do you want to make a difference to our fabulous children? Do you want to join a forward facing team striving to make a very special place for our children and community? We believe everyone can achieve. If you believe you belong in this culture of high expectations and support, please come along and take a look at our fantastic site and meet our team and of course the children.
Contract type: Permanent
Term time only: Yes, plus 3 weeks (41 weeks in total).
Hours: Part-time 20 hours per week.
Salary grade: G5 pay scale 12-15 depending on experience
Salary details: £27,254 - £30,024 FTE salary will be pro-rata
To start: 5th January 2026
Interviews: 14th November 2025
Closing Date for Applications: 2nd November 2025
Our Vision
To ensure every child is safe, resilient and achieves their potential by creating an environment in which everyone is challenged and supported to be the best version of themselves.
We believe everyone can achieve.
Purpose of the role
We are hoping to appoint a committed Learning Mentor for our children.
This position is to support the Pastoral System which is being developed in school. It is of great importance that the children and families in our school community are supported in order that there are as few barriers to learning as possible.
Key role responsibilities
- To represent the school in meetings relevant to children’s pastoral support
- To create and implement Action Plans for children in school as directed by the Pastoral Team.
- To be a key member of the Pastoral Team.
- To work in class to support learning when required
- To develop links with parents
- To monitor tracking sheets and keep records
The successful applicant
- Must be able to work flexible hours
- Must have excellent time management skills
- Will have excellent Interpersonal skills
- Will liaise with staff from outside agencies and stakeholders
- Will deal with confidential and sensitive material
- Be accountable for their work and work directly under the supervision of the Safeguarding Officer/ Headteacher
We welcome applications to visit our school and meet our fabulous children.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
