Learning Mentor

Are you passionate about helping young people build confidence, overcome challenges and achieve success both inside and outside the classroom?

Protocol Education is recruiting a dedicated Learning Mentor to join a welcoming secondary school in North Shields. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers and experienced support staff to work closely with students, providing the guidance, encouragement and intervention they need to flourish.

With a strong focus on inclusion, achievement and preparing students for life beyond school, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact every day.

North Shields
£92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | September Start | Long-Term Opportunity

The Role

As a Learning Mentor, you will:

• Support students on a one-to-one and small-group basis.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with young people.
• Help students overcome academic, social and emotional barriers to learning.
• Deliver targeted interventions focused on confidence, engagement and attendance.
• Support students with SEND, SEMH needs, Autism (ASC) and ADHD.
• Encourage positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning.
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and parents/carers.
• Act as a positive role model throughout the school day.

Every day presents an opportunity to help students develop the skills, resilience and confidence needed for future success.

Why This School?

This is a fully inclusive secondary school that believes every student can succeed when given the right support and opportunities.

Staff are committed to creating a positive environment where achievement is celebrated, students are encouraged to challenge themselves and every young person is supported to become resilient, skilled and considerate.

The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, wellbeing and preparing students for life beyond the classroom.

We're Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Strong relationship-building abilities.
• Confidence working with students from a range of backgrounds.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude.
• A commitment to helping young people achieve their potential.

Applications are welcomed from:

• Psychology Graduates
• Criminology Graduates
• Sociology Graduates
• English Graduates
• Sports Graduates
• Youth Workers
• Support Workers
• Care Workers
• Teaching Assistants
• Sports Coaches
• Aspiring Teachers
• Aspiring Educational Psychologists

Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 - £108.00 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• No umbrella companies
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support young people while gaining valuable experience for your future career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this Learning Mentor opportunity in North Shields.