Learning Mentor

Osborne Primary School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B23 6TY

28 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  16 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  19 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £28,153 - £34,811 FTE, actual salary £24,649 - £30,478 per annum

Learning Mentor job summary

Osborne Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Learning Mentor to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children's wellbeing, engagement and achievement. The successful candidate will build positive relationships with pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential.

We are looking for someone who is approachable, patient and empathetic, with the ability to understand individual needs and provide tailored support to help every child thrive.

About the Role

As a Learning Mentor, you will work closely with pupils, teachers and families to identify barriers to learning and provide appropriate support. You will help children develop positive attitudes towards learning, build resilience and improve their social, emotional and behavioural skills.

Key Responsibilities

Build trusting relationships with pupils, providing guidance, encouragement and support.

Identify barriers to learning and help pupils develop strategies to overcome them.

Provide individual and small-group support to improve engagement, confidence and progress.

Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development.

Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to monitor pupil progress and wellbeing.

Contribute to support plans and maintain accurate records of interventions and progress.

Communicate effectively with parents, carers and relevant professionals where appropriate.

Promote positive behaviour, inclusion and a safe, supportive learning environment.

Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of working with children and supporting their learning, wellbeing or personal development.

Can build positive, trusting relationships with children from a range of backgrounds and with differing needs.

Demonstrates patience, empathy and a calm, consistent approach.

Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Can encourage positive behaviour, resilience and independence.

Works effectively as part of a team and communicates well with colleagues and families.

Is organised, proactive and able to use their initiative.

Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.

We offer

A supportive and enthusiastic team.

A school community committed to the wellbeing and enjoyment of its pupils.

A busy and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits.

A competitive pension scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Opportunities for professional development and wellbeing days

How to apply

Please complete the online application form and include a supporting statement outlining what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Shifa Kamaly, Office Manager, by email at enquiry@osborne-pri.bham.sch.uk or call 0121 464 3346. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.

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 Osborne Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 410 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Osborne Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/osborne-primary-school

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