Learning Support Mentor

Learning Support Mentor – Croydon Location: CroydonPay: £100–£120 per day, inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday payHours: 8:30am–3:30pmDays: Monday to FridayContract: Full-time, term time onlyStart: ASAP Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND, Autism and SEMH needs? Pink Tile Education is looking for a Learning Support Mentor to join a supportive school in Croydon. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is patient, resilient and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning. About the role You will work closely with pupils who may have a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEND, SEMH and challenging behaviour. The role will involve providing 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils to engage with their learning, develop confidence and manage their emotions and behaviour. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with SEND, Autism and SEMH needs Providing 1:1 and small-group learning support Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional regulation Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills Supporting teachers with classroom activities and learning Following individual support plans and behaviour strategies Promoting positive behaviour and clear boundaries Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment About you We are looking for someone who is: Patient, calm and resilient Passionate about supporting children and young people Confident managing challenging behaviour Able to build positive relationships with pupils Consistent and able to maintain clear boundaries A strong communicator Enthusiastic, proactive and reliable Committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing Previous experience working with SEND, Autism, SEMH, challenging behaviour, schools, care, youth work, mentoring or similar settings would be highly beneficial. Why work with Pink Tile Education? At Pink Tile Education, we are a specialist education recruitment agency dedicated to matching talented education professionals with schools where they can truly thrive. We take the time to understand both our candidates and our partner schools, ensuring the right fit for everyone involved. Our team has extensive experience within education, particularly across SEND and SEMH settings, so we understand the unique challenges and rewards these roles bring. Pink Tile Education, our schools and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time”. Our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employer. What we offer £100–£120 per day Full-time, Monday to Friday 8:30am–3:30pm Term-time only Support from an experienced education recruitment team Opportunities to develop your SEND and SEMH experience Access to further education opportunities through Pink Tile Education A dedicated consultant throughout your placement How to apply If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and have the patience, resilience, enthusiasm and communication skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this Learning Support Mentor opportunity in Croydon. Looking for a different area, role or start date? Looking for a different area, role or start date? Register with Pink Tile Education to be the first to hear about new education opportunities in your area. Pay & Holiday Pay The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. Safeguarding Pink Tile Education is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service. Important Notice In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed. Apply to Job