Learning Support Mentor


Company:	Advantage Schools
Salary:	£24,534 - £25,105
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Luton, LU1 3HJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

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Summary

Learning Support Mentor (1to1/ Small Group)

The Linden Academy is an exceptional primary school that offers a warm, welcoming, and nurturing learning environment for children aged 4-11. We are seeking a highly motivated and committed Learning Support Mentor to join our dynamic and supportive team.

At The Linden Academy, we are passionate about inspiring young minds and ensuring that in everything we do, we are making a positive impact on our student’s lives. Therefore, we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Learning Support Mentor who will take pride in supporting students and providing an excellent education to all children in our school.

The Linden Academy is a school that is dedicated to providing an outstanding education to every child. Our lovely students, hardworking teachers and staff, and supportive parents create a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education.

It’s incredibly important to us here at The Linden Academy that all our staff feel valued, listened to, mentored, challenged, and given adequate opportunities to develop. If you want to grow and develop in a fast paced, dynamic, and successful Academy, come and join us at The Linden Academy!

Key Duties

To support the learning development of pupils.

To promote and support inclusion for all children including pupils with SEN, EAL and those with a physical disability.

To promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem and improve independent working in pupils to assist their education and growth.

To build and maintain positive and professional relationships with staff, pupils and parents treating all children consistently, with respect and consideration.

To develop and agree action plans for individual pupils and groups of pupils, working in conjunction with the class teacher.

Job Specifics

Start date: 1st September 2026 or asap following this date

Salary: AS 1-3 FTE £24,534-£25,105 actual pro rata £19,420-£19,872

Job Role: Permanent, Term Time + 5 Inset days, 39 weeks per year, Part time, 33.75 hours per week Mon-Fri 8:15am–3:30pm with 30-minute lunch break

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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