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Learning Mentor

Oulton Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 8NT

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  6 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: The role is for 32.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-3.30pm, term time only.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Actual salary £26,985-£27,652

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient and highly motivated Learning Mentor to join our dedicated team. This rewarding role involves supporting children and families to overcome barriers to learning, enabling every child to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils requiring additional pastoral, emotional and behavioural support, delivering targeted interventions, building positive relationships with families and liaising effectively with a range of external agencies. They will play a key role in promoting attendance, wellbeing, inclusion and positive outcomes for some of our most vulnerable children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with children, young people and families, particularly those facing social, emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, parents and carers.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to hold challenging conversations with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Understands safeguarding procedures and is committed to promoting the welfare of children.
• Can work effectively as part of a multi-agency team.
• Is organised, proactive and able to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Has a passion for making a difference to the lives of children and families.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is child-centered, nurturing and committed to helping every child thrive within a supportive and inclusive school community.

What the school offers its staff

At Oulton Primary School, we are proud to offer:

• Term-time only working arrangements, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work within a supportive, welcoming and well-respected school community.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A modern and well-equipped working environment.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Happy, enthusiastic and motivated children who are eager to learn.
• A dedicated, talented and supportive staff team.
• A committed and active Governing Body with high aspirations for the school.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Hold GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Have relevant experience of working with children, young people and families.
• Be able to work independently, using their own initiative and judgement.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with children, families, staff and external agencies.
• Be confident in using relevant technology and maintaining accurate records.
• Be proactive, positive and solution-focused, with a genuine willingness to make a difference.
• Share our commitment to the wellbeing, happiness, self-esteem and success of every child.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Oulton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Please complete the online application form on the DfE website or download the SCHOOL application form, and email completed forms to address given. Due to our stringent safeguarding policy, CVs will never be accepted. All posts are contingent on enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Description Lerning Mentor SO1 (1).pdf - 172 KB (opens in new tab)

About Oulton Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 304 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Oulton Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@oulton.leeds.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oulton-primary-school

Oulton Primary is a recently refurbished school that boasts an attractive spacious working environment. Re-opened in June 2012, the multi-million pound, architect-designed building is fit for education in the 21st century. It includes a room for Extended Services, sensory room, pastoral base, multiple intervention rooms, spacious library, breakfast club area, purpose-built classrooms and a large sports hall.

Arranging a visit to Oulton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@oulton.leeds.sch.uk.

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