Learning Mentor


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Wetherby, LS22 7XL
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	30 Sept 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in supporting attendance, family support, safeguarding and pastoral interventions. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with pupils, families and external agencies to overcome barriers to learning and improve outcomes for vulnerable and disadvantaged children.

The successful candidate will

• Demonstrate high expectations for pupil achievement, attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.

• Be committed to working collaboratively with staff, parents, carers, external agencies and other professionals to secure the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

• Build and sustain positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and colleagues, creating a supportive and inclusive environment.

• Possess a strong understanding of the social, emotional and external factors that can impact children's engagement with education and overall wellbeing.

• Show initiative, resilience and sound professional judgement when supporting pupils and families facing complex challenges.

• Be passionate about removing barriers to learning and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive and achieve their full potential.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we offer

• Enthusiastic, motivated and respectful pupils who are eager to learn and succeed.

• A dedicated and highly committed team of staff and governors who share a strong vision and unwavering commitment to delivering the best outcomes for children.

• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment where teamwork, wellbeing and professional respect are valued.

• A nurturing, child-centred school community that places the needs, wellbeing and achievement of every child at its heart.

• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families within a positive and ambitious school culture.

• A strong commitment to professional development, with access to high-quality training, mentoring and career progression opportunities.

• A welcoming and forward-thinking school that embraces innovation, continuous improvement and excellence for all.

Commitment to safeguarding

Deighton Gates Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references will be required for this post. As part of our recruitment process, online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

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