Learning Mentor

St John Rigby Catholic Primary School, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9DQ

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September

• Closing date

  13 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,796.00 - £25,185.00 Annually (FTE)

Learning Mentor job summary

Purpose of the Role:

The Learning Mentor at St John Rigby Catholic Primary School plays a vital role in supporting the educational, personal, and social development of our diverse pupil population.

As a member of our dedicated and talented staff, the Learning Mentor will work closely with teachers, parents, and the wider school community to ensure that all pupils, particularly those who are disadvantaged or have special educational needs, are fully included and supported in their learning and personal growth.

Aligned with the school's Catholic ethos and commitment to helping every child flourish, the Learning Mentor will foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils can develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• To support the school strategic direction of raising standards and outcomes for all pupils.
• By providing targeted academic, behavioural, and emotional support, the Learning Mentor will be instrumental in removing barriers to learning and promoting the overall wellbeing and positive outcomes for all pupils.

Please see Application Pack for detailed information.

In return, we can offer:

• A friendly, caring community where everyone is respected and valued.
• A happy, calm learning environment where well-behaved children, who are proud of their school, feel safe, confident and motivated to achieve their full potential.
• An experienced and supportive governing body who are committed to the school’s development.
• A commitment to continued professional development and an openness to innovative ideas that will benefit our children.
• Opportunities to support career development within a forward-thinking school.
• Investment in staff wellbeing.

“St John Rigby is a happy school. Pupils enjoy warm, trusting relationships with

their peers and with staff, and these relationships help the children to thrive.

The school is a nurturing place to learn and staff wellbeing is a priority” (Ofsted rated GOOD Sept23)

If you would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

We warmly welcome any visits to the school to see us in action.

Should you have any queries regarding the post or application process, please contact Mrs Di Pace on 01234 401900 or email office@sjr.beds.olicatschools.org

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

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as required under the Education Acts and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the Trust Code of Conduct. The Trust is committed to ensuring that it complies with all legislative requirements on safeguarding and child protection and that the Trust actively values and promotes diversity, unity, and community cohesion and that it supports pupils to become successful, compassionate citizens

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 St John Rigby Catholic Primary School

• School type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 306 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St John Rigby Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-john-rigby-catholic-primary-school

St John Rigby Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, welcoming, and happy two form entry school . It is situated in beautiful, spacious grounds within the Putnoe area of Bedford and is part of the Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Academies Trust family.
We are a family-orientated community with extremely talented and dedicated members of staff, supportive parents and carers, and inspirational children who strive to live a virtuous life through Faith, Hope, Love, Trust and Forgiveness.

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