Learning Mentor
Permanent position, Part Time: 32.5 hours over 5 days (Mon-Fri 8:30-3:30pm). Term Time only.
The position is to start on 1st September 2026. Salary: Scale 5 (NJC 12-17) £21,830 actual.
The Governors of this small, friendly and inclusive school are seeking to appoint a Learning Mentor. This is a brand new role which will further build on the strong Pastoral team already established. You will work closely alongside the Pastoral Lead, SENDCO and Leadership team. We pride ourselves on our individual approach to meeting children’s needs and are quickly becoming a school of choice.
Motto
DR E AM BIG - where everyone is welcomed, valued and supported.
Ideal Candidate
* Have a passion for supporting children with SEMH needs.
* Understand that all behaviour is a communication.
* Have a positive and welcoming personality.
* Demonstrate previous SEMH or mentoring experience.
* Communicate effectively with parents, carers, children, agencies and staff.
* Remain calm, positive and empathetic under pressure.
* Enjoy a busy but happy working environment.
* Work with minimum supervision and as part of a team.
* Show excellent communication, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
* Be reliable.
* Use initiative to support the Pastoral Team and Senior Leadership Team.
In Return
* A happy working environment.
* Children who see school as part of their family.
* Opportunities for professional development.
* Plenty of good humour.
* A knowledgeable and friendly team.
Application Process
Inquire and apply via email to the Headteacher: headteacher@st-marks.stockport.sch.uk. Application deadline: 9am Friday 8th May 2026. Interviews: Tuesday 19th May 2026.
Commitment and Pre‑Employment Checks
Bredbury St Mark’s CE Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The role will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre‑employment checks where applicable.
Visits to the school are most welcome via prior arrangement.
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