Learning Mentor

Hours: 32.5 per week Contract: Permanent Time Time Only: 39 weeks per year Start Date: TBC Actual Salary: Medway Grade C2 12 - 25 £22,418.71 - £29,020.10 Actual Salary

Are you passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential? Do you believe that strong relationships, encouragement and the right support can help every child succeed?

Featherby Partnership Schools are seeking a caring, resilient and enthusiastic Learning Mentor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing targeted pastoral support, mentoring and guidance to pupils who may need additional help to overcome barriers to learning.

Working closely with pupils, families, school staff and external professionals, you will play a key role in supporting children’s wellbeing, confidence, behaviour and engagement in school life.

At Featherby, we believe every child deserves to feel valued, understood and supported. You will help pupils develop the skills, resilience and confidence they need to thrive both academically and personally.

• Build positive, trusting relationships with identified pupils, providing encouragement, guidance and support
• Deliver individual and small group mentoring sessions focused on wellbeing, confidence, behaviour and overcoming barriers to learning
• Support pupils to develop positive attitudes towards learning and school life
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams, families and external agencies to ensure pupils receive the right support
• Promote positive mental health, emotional wellbeing and social development
• Support pupils through key transitions and changes in their educational journey
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing school environment where every child can succeed

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people

• Has experience supporting children’s social, emotional and wellbeing needs

• Builds positive relationships and communicates effectively with pupils, families and colleagues

• Is calm, patient and understanding when supporting children who may face challenges

• Can motivate and encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence

• Works collaboratively as part of a wider team

• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and the importance of pupil wellbeing

Experience working in a school, pastoral, mentoring, youth work or family support environment would be desirable.

Most importantly, you will be someone who believes in the potential of every child and is committed to helping them feel confident, included and ready to learn.

At Featherby Partnership Schools, every member of staff plays an important role in supporting our pupils and community. As part of the Maritime Academy Trust, we offer a welcoming, collaborative environment where colleagues are valued and encouraged to develop.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive and inclusive school community

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children’s lives every day

• Collaborative working with experienced colleagues and wider Trust teams

• High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities through our LearnUpon platform

• Opportunities for career progression across Featherby and the Maritime Academy Trust

• A strong focus on staff wellbeing, including Wellbeing Leads, Mental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme

• Local Government Pension Scheme and national terms and conditions

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Featherby Infant & Junior School so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 231984 to arrange.

You’ll find more about the role, school, and Trust in the Candidate Information Pack attached. Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!

Featheryby School and the Maritime Academy Trust embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.