At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' learning and social needs while enhancing their academic skills.
- Company: Join a leading sixth form college with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Full-time role with term time hours and opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and foster their ambitions.
- Qualifications: Experience with special education needs and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 26343 - 27733 £ per year.
Salary: Band 3 (SCP 8 - SCP 10) £26,343 - £27,733 (FTE salary) £22,796 - £23,999 (Actual salary)
Contract type: Full Time - Fixed Term Contract - 12 months (2 x positions available)
Reporting to: Inclusion Manager
Start date: August 2026
About Us
This is an exciting time to be joining our Multi Academy Trust, which collectively educates over 4300 children, and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our good and outstanding academies operates at the heart of their local communities. The Foundation's central offices are based at Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College campus set in beautiful grounds.
This role is based at Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College; the country's leading sixth form college. It is an excellent place to work where colleagues are recognised for their hard work and supported to develop professionally. We foster a strong ethos of ambition and aspiration in all aspects of college life which means our students are hardworking and extremely well behaved. Our students are supported by dedicated pastoral and learning support teams who have an important role in facilitating our inclusive offer. The College has exemplary teaching, learning and recreational facilities contained within a beautiful campus.
About the Role
The Achievement and Support department is at the heart of the college and working as a Learning Mentor offers colleagues the opportunity to work within an experienced department and to make a real difference to students.
Your Responsibilities
Primarily the role involves delivering support strategies which will assist the student's individual learning and social needs and their academic studies. You will also provide more wide-reaching support to all students at the College for example helping with revision strategies, time management and essay planning.
What we are looking for
We are looking to recruit two Learning Mentors on a fixed term basis for 12 months. Candidates will ideally have experience of working with students with special education needs and will need to have excellent communication skills, be able to use their initiative and have a calm demeanour. The post is full time (37 hours per week), term time only (plus 2 days) and is temporary for 12 months. Hours of work will be 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30 am to 4.00 pm on Fridays.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.
Learning Mentor in Northwich employer: Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College
Joining our Multi Academy Trust as a Learning Mentor offers you the chance to work in a supportive and ambitious environment at Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College, where your contributions are valued and recognised. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to inclusivity, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational journey of over 4300 students while enjoying access to excellent facilities and a collaborative work culture. This is an ideal opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education within a vibrant community setting.
Contact Details:
Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College Recruitment Team
