At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs in lessons and individually.
- Company: Macmillan Academy, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join us in promoting equality and safeguarding our students.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a fantastic team.
- Qualifications: A Level qualifications and GCSEs in English and Maths required.
The predicted salary is between 19841 - 20162 £ per year.
Start date: Required for Immediate Start
30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 training days (We would consider requests for flexible working)
Actual Salary £19,841 - £20,162 (Scale Range 10-11)
Macmillan Academy is seeking to appoint Learning Mentors to support students identified as having special educational needs and disabilities.
About the role
Your role will involve working with students in lessons and on an individual basis, across all year groups, as directed by the SENDCo.
Responsibilities
- Have qualifications to at least A Level standard with GCSE in both English and maths
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be a good team player
- Be able to form a constructive rapport with students to enable them to engage successfully with learning
Who we are looking for
This role will be ideal for someone who has experience of working with students with special educational needs and disabilities at secondary school level.
This is an excellent opportunity to support our children and our staff, and to work as part of a great team.
Closing Date: Wednesday 30 September 2026 at 12 noon
Equal Opportunity
This Trust is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all and ensuring that all stages of the recruitment and selection process are free from unlawful discrimination and bias. Recruitment and selection procedures may be monitored to ensure that applicants are not being discriminated against on the grounds of any protected characteristic; sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, on information available in the public domain.
Learning Mentor employer: Macmillan Academy
Macmillan Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Learning Mentors. With a strong commitment to professional development, our staff benefit from ongoing training and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students with special educational needs and disabilities. Located in a vibrant community, we offer flexible working arrangements and a collaborative culture that values teamwork and personal growth.
