At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and mentor learners with diverse needs to help them succeed in their studies.
- Company: Join the South Thames Colleges Group, a leading provider of post-16 education in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, extra Wellbeing leave, and a strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team dedicated to student success and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your mentoring skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and Level 2 English/Literacy qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Kings Trust program at Carshalton College is seeking a Learning Mentor - someone to support and mentor learners with a mental health or medical condition, disability, or learning difficulty, or other support needs to help them successfully access the curriculum and complete their course. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who has experience of working successfully with young people in a supporting/mentoring role.
Your experience will have given you excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a good working knowledge of the support needs of young people with a mental health or medical condition, disability or learning difficulty. We would also like you to hold a Level 2 qualification in English/Literacy as a minimum and a Level 1 qualification in Maths.
The successful candidate will be eligible for any increase in salary as a consequence of the annual cost of living review that will be implemented in the new academic year. Closing date for the return of a complete online application is 5th July 2026. Interviews will be held on 8th July 2026.
The benefits package includes:
- 27 days annual leave plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year
- An additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees' physical and mental health
- Excellent pension scheme with significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme)
- Subsidised sports facilities
- Professional development and training
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.
When you click on Apply, you will be forwarded to the application page which sits on a platform hosted by an external partner called Blue Octopus who support STCG throughout the recruitment process.
Kings Trust Learning Mentor employer: Carshalton College
At South Thames Colleges Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our generous benefits package, which includes 27 days of annual leave, additional wellbeing leave, and a robust pension scheme. We offer ample opportunities for professional development, ensuring that our Learning Mentors can grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people in the vibrant community of Carshalton.
