Learning Mentor (NJC Grade 6)
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3TP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ced93323-192d-4030-a8e7-2474e80f0b76 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an individual to join our team who:
• significant and successful experience of working with vulnerable children, groups and families.
• a knowledge of a range of strategies and approaches to support in a wide variety of situations and an ability to be highly flexible and versatile.
• 4 GCSE’s (grade A-C) or equivalent and, ideally, a minimum of 3 years working with children of primary school age.
• a clear understanding of relevant legislation in relation to child welfare and protection.
• effective behaviour management skills and high expectations.
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to be a sympathetic and trusted adult role model.
• the ability to work effectively within a team and to manage their time effectively.
• a good sense of humour and positive outlook.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• enthusiastic learners who are a pleasure to work with
• an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children
• a welcoming, friendly and supportive team who work together to ensure the best outcomes for all our children
• a commitment to professional learning and development, including opportunities through ECM
• professional networks with staff from other ECM Trust schools
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are looking for an individual to join our team who:
• significant and successful experience of working with vulnerable children, groups and families.
• a knowledge of a range of strategies and approaches to support in a wide variety of situations and an ability to be highly flexible and versatile.
• 4 GCSE’s (grade A-C) or equivalent and, ideally, a minimum of 3 years working with children of primary school age.
• a clear understanding of relevant legislation in relation to child welfare and protection.
• effective behaviour management skills and high expectations.
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to be a sympathetic and trusted adult role model.
• the ability to work effectively within a team and to manage their time effectively.
• a good sense of humour and positive outlook.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• enthusiastic learners who are a pleasure to work with
• an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children
• a welcoming, friendly and supportive team who work together to ensure the best outcomes for all our children
• a commitment to professional learning and development, including opportunities through ECM
• professional networks with staff from other ECM Trust schools
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.