Learning Mentor – Primary Schools | South Manchester

Location: South Manchester
Salary: £90 - £105 per day
Contract Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Temporary, Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities
Start Date: September

Milk Education is seeking caring, resilient and dedicated Learning Mentors to work across a range of primary schools in South Manchester from September.

We're looking to connect with experienced Learning Mentors, Behaviour Mentors, Pastoral Support Workers, Teaching Assistants and education professionals who are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their potential.

The successful candidate may support pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation, confidence, engagement, attendance and wider pastoral needs, depending on the school and individual requirements.

With a wide range of opportunities available, we're open to speaking with candidates looking for long-term, short-term, part-time, full-time, temporary or permanent positions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning and improve engagement
• Support children with behaviour, emotional regulation and confidence
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage progress
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams and wider school staff
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children or young people
• Experience in a school, education, youth work, pastoral or support setting
• Experience supporting behaviour, SEMH or additional needs is desirable
• A calm, patient and consistent approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• Relevant education, childcare, youth work or support qualifications are desirable
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualifications are welcomed

Why Work with Milk Education:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Full-time, part-time, temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities
• Flexible opportunities across South Manchester
• Opportunities across mainstream and SEND settings
• Fast-track registration and compliance
• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
• Free access to Milk Academy (1,000+ discounted CPD courses)
• FREE wellbeing resources and school preparation materials
• 24/7 consultant support
• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency
• Nationwide network of schools and trusts

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience and the requirements of the assignment.

Click 'Apply For Job' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the details.

Phone: 0161 327 0001
Email: marli.mendes@milk-education.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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