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Could you be the extra support some students need to stay engaged and make better progress in school? Are you looking for a secondary role that gives you broad experience working with young people who need additional guidance?
Graduate Learning Mentor
£85 - £100 per day
‘Good’ secondary school, Willenhall
Start September 2026, finish July 2027
1:1 and small group support for students with additional requirements
The Role
Provide 1:1 and small group support for students who need extra help to stay focused, organised, and engaged in school. You will work with pupils who have additional requirements, reinforce routines, support learning in lessons, and feed back clearly to teachers and pastoral staff on progress. Schools are expected to use a graduated approach to identifying needs, putting support in place, and reviewing the impact of that support.
The Candidate
- You are calm, reliable, and able to build positive relationships with young people who need structure and encouragement.
- You want meaningful school-based experience, you can communicate clearly with both pupils and staff, and you are interested in supporting students who may need extra guidance to make the most of school.
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SEN teaching assistants and similar support staff work closely with teachers to help children and young people with additional needs access education more effectively.
Requirements
- Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.
- Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
- Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
- Desire to work in education/with children – Genuine interest in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.
- Career Goals – An interest in building a long-term career working with children, young people, or pupil support in education.
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The School
This ‘Good’ secondary school in Willenhall offers the chance to build wide-ranging experience in a setting where consistency, support, and pupil development matter. You will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff in a role that gives you direct exposure to day-to-day student support, intervention, and the practical strategies schools use to help pupils with additional requirements stay on track.
GOV.UK’s eligibility guidance for Enhanced DBS checks was last updated on 20 January 2026 and remains the key guidance for roles working with children.
How To Apply
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this Graduate Learning Mentor role. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps and arrange interview. Early applications are encouraged, as the school may appoint before the closing date.
Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.
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