Learning Mentor
| Company: | Randstad Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £92.56 to £95 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Ivybridge, PL21 1AA |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 31 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Learning Mentor - Alternative Provision | Plymouth
Job Title: Learning Mentor (SEMH Specialist)
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Pay Rate: £92.56 - £95.00 per day
Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Recruiter: Randstad Education
Are you an experienced
Learning Mentor or
SEMH Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role in
Plymouth?
We are currently recruiting a dedicated
Learning Mentor to work within an
Alternative Provision in Plymouth. This role involves supporting young people with
Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them re-engage with education, build self-confidence, and develop essential life skills.
Key Responsibilities:
1:1 & Small Group Support: Work directly with young people with complex SEMH needs to build trust and increase engagement in learning.
Confidence Building: Help students develop emotional resilience, self-esteem, and positive behaviour strategies in an Alternative Provision setting.
Educational Assistance: Assist staff in delivering adapted curriculum activities tailored to individual pupil needs.
Student Transport: Safely transport pupils to off-site learning activities or community interventions across Plymouth.
De-escalation: Apply calm, effective behaviour management techniques to support emotional regulation.
Essential Requirements:
SEMH Experience: Demonstrable experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, EBD, or complex needs (within school, youth work, or care settings).
Driving Licence: A full, valid
UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for business use.
Key Qualifications:
GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in both
Maths and English.
DBS: An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
Benefits:
Competitive Daily Rate: £92.56 - £95.00 per day.
Work-Life Balance: Standard school working hours (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
Term Time Only: Enjoy school holidays off throughout the academic year.
Impactful Work: Make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable youth in the Plymouth community.
How to Apply:
If you meet the essential criteria and are ready to support pupils across Plymouth, apply today.
For more information or to submit your CV directly, contact
Hannah Joyner at
Randstad Education:
Email:
hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 527416