Learning Mentor

Djanogly Strelley Academy, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG8 6JZ

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  6 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  10 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £28,931.00 - £31,355.00 Annually (FTE) Pay Scale 5: £24,990 - £27,083 pro rata (£28,931- £31,355FTE)

Learning Mentor job summary

Learning Mentors work as part of a team under the direction of the Academy Leader, supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. The role involves working with individuals and small groups to promote engagement, improve behaviour and attendance, and support students’ social and emotional development, while contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for a caring, proactive, and dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting children to succeed. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, and a calm, patient approach. You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to promoting inclusion, wellbeing, and a positive learning environment. Experience of working with children or young people is desirable, along with a genuine desire to make a difference.

About Djanogly Strelley Academy

Djanogly Strelley Academy is a warm, community‑focused primary school committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. With a strong emphasis on high‑quality teaching, positive relationships, and enriching learning experiences, the academy works closely with families to support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development. Our latest Ofsted inspection report recognises our many strengths and the strong progress being made across the school.

Why join Tapestry Learning Partnership?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special, Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Djanogly Strelley Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 386 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Djanogly Strelley Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/djanogly-strelley-academy

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