1:1 Learning Support Mentor – The Gryphon School
Location: Sherborne, England, United Kingdom
Salary: Grade 5, Point 5 – 6: £19,329 – £19,636 per annum (subject to experience).
Contract: Fixed Term until July 2026, 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days).
We are looking to appoint an exceptional and compassionate individual with experience supporting children in an educational setting. As a Learning Support Mentor, you will work closely with a named or small group of students, developing tailored mentoring strategies to help them set and achieve personal goals. Your role will involve supporting their access to learning through appropriate interventions and resources, and providing regular feedback on their progress. You will also be expected to serve as a positive role model, inspiring and encouraging the student’s personal and academic development.
The Ideal Candidate Will
* Demonstrate strong problem‑solving and creative thinking skills
* Possess sound knowledge of the Foundation and National Curriculum
* Show genuine empathy and understanding toward students’ individual needs
* Be confident in leading small group interventions, particularly for students with high levels of need and those on the SEN register
* Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals
* Be a committed team player, willing to go the extra mile to support students and embrace the challenges and rewards of this role
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Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Other
Industry: Government Administration
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