Learning Mentor

OAKWOOD ACADEMY
Employer: Oakwood Academy (King’s Academy Trust)
Location: Chatsworth Road, Ellesmere Park, Eccles, M30 9DY

Learning Mentor
Grade: NJC 18 - 23
Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 FTE
Full time 36 hours per week (Term Time Only)

Closing date: Monday 16^th March 2026

Oakwood Academy is an Outstanding Specialist Arts, Technology and Sports College based in Ellesmere Park, Eccles for pupils with MLD and CLD. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and adaptable Learning Mentor to join our team.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to pupils who experience barriers to learning; supporting them both academically and emotionally to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will deliver targeted interventions, monitor attendance, work closely with families and external agencies, and play a key role in maintaining calm and consistent routines.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver small group and 1:1 interventions focused on; social communication, emotional regulation, mental health, life skills and independence and academic support / catch-up.
• Measure the impact of interventions delivered. Review pupils’ progress against individual and group targets, adapting support as needed.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement, confidence and regulation.
• Work collaboratively with external agencies and families to coordinate effective support for pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with pupils with SEND, in particular ASD and MLD
• Has experience of delivering a range of interventions to pupils with SEND
• Has experience of monitoring attendance and supporting its improvement
• Has high expectations of all students and is committed to developing pupils to reach their full potential
• Is organised, reflective and able to adapt approaches to meet individual needs
• Has excellent interpersonal and team working skills

How to apply
Please complete and return the attached application form to: enquiries@oakwoodacademy.co.uk

Safeguarding
Oakwood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.