Learning Mentor
Birmingham
Full time
£31,200 - £35,100 per annum
Vacancy ID
48cf079b-f595-4783-b457-d86180282d46
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 in education, youth work, or pastoral care
Confident communicator with a calm and patient approach
Ability to de-escalate challenging situations and build rapport
Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding principles
About the School
This Good-rated Birmingham secondary school is widely respected for its strong pastoral structure and commitment to inclusion. The leadership team has cultivated a safe and supportive culture where staff and students feel heard, understood, and valued. Ofsted praised the school’s “clear systems for emotional support” and the way mentors help pupils manage challenges both inside and outside the classroom. The school offers modern facilities, dedicated wellbeing spaces, and a rich extracurricular programme that encourages teamwork, creativity, and leadership. Staff describe the environment as “professional yet personal,” where collaboration and professional development go hand in hand. For anyone passionate about helping young people find stability and self-belief, this is a school that rewards both patience and purpose.