Learning Mentor

Location: Darwen
Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face significant challenges in education? We are looking for a committed and resilient Learning Mentor to join a specialist secondary alternative provision in Darwen.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with students who present with complex and challenging behaviours, helping them to re-engage with learning and build positive relationships within a supportive, structured environment.

About the Role:

As a Learning Mentor, you will support students who may struggle to access mainstream education due to behavioural, emotional, or social barriers. You will work both one-to-one and in small groups to build trust, develop self-esteem, and support personal and academic growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build strong, consistent relationships with students to promote positive behaviour and engagement

• Support students with emotional regulation, behavioural strategies, and conflict resolution

• Work closely with teaching staff and SEN professionals to deliver tailored interventions

• Assist in developing behaviour and support plans based on individual needs

• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued and understood

• Monitor student progress and maintain clear, confidential records

• Encourage a sense of achievement, responsibility, and self-worth in each student

About You:

• Experience working with children or young people with additional or behavioural needs

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• The ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent in a challenging environment

• A resilient and empathetic approach to behaviour management

• A background in youth work, mentoring, education, or similar settings is desirable

• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ and you’ll be contacted within 48 hours to discuss the next steps.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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