At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils in various situations and deliver targeted learning interventions.
- Company: Manchester Secondary PRU, dedicated to helping vulnerable students succeed.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join us at an exciting time for growth and development in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young learners and help them achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and Maths, strong ICT skills.
The predicted salary is between 22711 - 24752 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday 8.45 to 3.45 pm
Number of Positions: 1
Applicant Requirements: Driving Licence
Start Date: 2 November 2026
Salary: £22,711 - £24,752 per annum
Manchester Secondary PRU is looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Learning Mentor across our centres where you will be required to provide support for pupils in a variety of situations. There is an emphasis on delivering targeted learning interventions with the ability to support intervention at universal targeted groups and specific individual levels.
MSPRU provides full time education for pupils between 11-16 who are permanently excluded, at risk of permanent exclusion or are otherwise unable to access a mainstream curriculum for a period of time. Our aim is to match provision closely to the needs of individual children and young people referred to MSPRU by schools, academies or the local authority. We see the needs of all our pupils as centring on their capacity to learn and make progress and seek to address the barriers to success that they face.
We have provision in 5 centres across the city and commission further placements with Alternative Providers in a wide variety of settings including The Manchester College. Many of our pupils are vulnerable and have complex needs. We work with parents, carers and a range of agencies and stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcome for them.
The successful applicant will join our school at an exciting time in our development; and under the direction of the headteacher, and Senior Leadership Team play an important role in driving forward our agenda for excellence.
The person we are looking for will:
- be positive, flexible and patient
- be committed to helping every student to achieve their potential
- can build and maintain good relationships with teachers, students and parents
- have GCSE grade C or equivalent in English and mathematics
- have strong ICT skills
- be committed to promoting equal opportunities and ensuring the safety of all students
- have a willingness to learn
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Learning Mentor ( previously a Teaching Assistant) in Manchester employer: Manchester Secondary Pupil Referral Unit
At Manchester Secondary Pupil Referral Unit, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing professional development opportunities, while our collaborative culture ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students. Working across multiple sites in Manchester not only enhances your experience but also allows you to engage with diverse communities, making your role as a Learning Mentor both rewarding and fulfilling.
Contact Details:
Manchester Secondary Pupil Referral Unit Recruitment Team
