At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils by acting as a trusted adult and helping them overcome barriers to learning.
- Company: Protocol Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Benefits: Enjoy weekly PAYE pay, FREE online CPD Academy, and ongoing consultant support.
- Other info: Candidates must undergo thorough background checks, including an enhanced DBS.
- Why this job: This role offers a deeply rewarding experience with visible impact on students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience in mentoring, coaching, or youth support is preferred for applicants.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Not every student thrives in mainstream — and that’s okay. Some young people need a different environment, a different pace, and adults who see beyond behaviour. We’re recruiting Learning Mentors for a specialist Alternative Provision / PRU, supporting pupils who benefit from a more personalised curriculum. If relationship-building is your strength, keep reading.
What your day might look like:
- Acting as a trusted adult and positive role model
- Supporting attendance, engagement and motivation
- Helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
- Celebrating small wins that lead to big progress
Who we’re looking for:
- Strong communicators with natural rapport‑building skills
- Experience in mentoring, coaching or youth support preferred
- Positive, proactive and adaptable personalities
Why this role?
- No two days are the same
- A deeply rewarding role with visible impact
- Perfect for future teachers, youth workers or pastoral leads
Protocol Education offers:
- Weekly PAYE pay (inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay)
- FREE online CPD Academy
- Ongoing consultant support
- Access to diverse education settings
- Referral bonuses
- FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training
Safeguarding matters: Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to thorough background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one. Ready to become the person a young person remembers forever? All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
Alternative Provision Learning Mentor in Sunderland employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Protocol Education provides a supportive environment for Learning Mentors in a specialist Alternative Provision setting. Located in diverse education settings, they offer benefits like referral bonuses and free training. The team is committed to making a positive impact on young people's lives.
