Job Description

Learning Support Mentor - Secondary Schools - Newham - September Start

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential? Do you have the drive and dedication to help students overcome barriers to learning?

We are working with a range of diverse and inclusive secondary schools across Newham who are seeking Learning Support Mentors to join their teams this September.

About the Role:

As a Learning Support Mentor, you will play a vital role in helping students with additional needs succeed both in and out of the classroom. You will support individual learners and small groups, working closely with teachers and pastoral staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support to students with a range of academic, emotional, or behavioural needs

  • Help implement intervention strategies and learning plans

  • Support teaching staff with classroom management and student engagement

  • Build positive and supportive relationships with students

  • Encourage confidence, independence, and resilience in learners

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with young people, preferably in an educational or youth setting

  • A strong understanding of the challenges faced by secondary students

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude

  • A passion for inclusion and student wellbeing

We Offer:

  • Opportunities across a variety of secondary schools in Newham

  • Full-time, term-time positions starting in September 2025

  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

  • A chance to make a real impact on young people's lives

Start Date: September 2025
Location: Multiple schools across Newham, East London
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time only


If you're ready to take the next step in your education or youth work career and want to help students thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be matched with a school that suits your skills and interests!