Job Description

Specialist Learning Mentor

Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham B16

Pay Scale: £95 - £105 per day

Duration: Long Term to Permanent

Days: Monday to Friday

Start Date: ASAP

Long Term Futures is seeking a Specialist Learning Mentor to support mixed-age pupils within a Resource Base at a welcoming mainstream primary school in Edgbaston. The successful candidate will work alongside the class teacher to support teaching and learning, assist children with SEN, and help manage behaviour within the group. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm during term time and is initially long-term, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right person.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Provide tailored support to mixed-age pupils, particularly those with SEN and behavioural needs

Deliver focused small-group interventions to help students progress

Offer one-to-one mentoring for children with Autism, ADHD, or lower learning levels

Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to track progress and refine support strategies

Assist students working both below and above age-related expectations

Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment in line with the school's valuesThe Ideal Candidate Will:

Relevant degree or Teaching Assistant qualification

Experience supporting SEN children in a primary school setting

Strong understanding of SEN and behavioural needs; DSL experience is a plus

Flexible and adaptable to meet the individual needs of students

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to foster a collaborative learning environmentHow to Apply:

Please submit your CV via the application page or send your CV to Sam at Long Term Futures to express your interest in this exciting opportunity. All applicants must have a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate and two references to trial