Job Title
Student Support Mentor
Location
The Grange Therapeutic School, Knossington, Oakham LE15 8LY
Salary
£20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours
37.5 hours per week – Monday to Thursday 8:30am–4:30pm, Friday 8:30am–4:00pm
Contract
Permanent
About the School
The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent school for students aged 8‑18 with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. Our Victorian country house near Oakham offers stunning views and exceptional facilities. The school is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and focuses on a personalised curriculum that meets each pupil’s individual needs.
About the Role
The Student Support Mentor plays a vital role in shaping young lives both inside and outside the classroom. You will work alongside teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to create a nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
Responsibilities
* Support pupils’ learning and engagement across a range of subjects and activities.
* Deliver targeted 1:1 or small-group sessions to meet individual needs.
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation through empathy and consistency.
* Take part in outdoor learning, trips, and hands‑on activities that build life skills.
* Work closely with staff to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment.
* Help students develop social, emotional, and personal confidence at every step.
* Respond to emotional and behavioural challenges with empathy, consistency and professionalism.
* Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to meet pupils’ holistic needs.
What We’re Looking For
* GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
* Experience working with children or young people in education, care, or youth work.
* A calm, compassionate, and resilient nature with a genuine desire to make a difference.
* Adaptability, teamwork and a proactive approach to supporting individual needs.
* A leader who inspires through positivity and commitment.
Benefits
* Competitive pay and 4‑day working week trial.
* 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay.
* Professional development investment and progression opportunities.
* Health and wellbeing package: life assurance, pension scheme, mental health support services, physical health checks.
* Flexible benefits platform with wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance options.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme, electric car purchase scheme, family growth support.
Important Information
Applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. This role is not open to sponsorship and is limited to UK applicants. The vacancy may be closed early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures.
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