Learning Mentor - Berkshire Suitable to NQT New

Learning Mentor - Wokingham

Location: Wokingham, Berkshire
Hours: 22 hours per week
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Full academic year
Contract: Part-Time, Ongoing

Are you a patient, compassionate and experienced Learning Mentor who enjoys helping young people build confidence, independence and essential life skills?

We are currently looking for a dedicated Learning Mentor to support young boys requiring EOTAS provision in Wokingham, helping them prepare for adulthood and become more confident and independent within their local community.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to do more than simply provide academic support. You will play an important role in helping young people develop the practical skills, confidence and independence they need for everyday life.

You will work closely with the young people on a one-to-one basis, supporting them to develop their confidence and become more comfortable navigating their local community.

Your support could include helping them to:

• Develop confidence using public transport
• Visit local shops, cafés and community facilities
• Develop communication and social skills
• Build confidence when trying new things
• Develop practical life skills and greater independence
• Prepare for adulthood and life beyond education
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the young person

The role is particularly suited to someone who is patient, encouraging and able to build strong relationships with young people. You will become a familiar and supportive face, helping them take small but meaningful steps towards greater independence.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with young people
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND and/or SEMH
• Is patient, approachable and compassionate
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is confident supporting young people within the community
• Can encourage independence without taking over
• Understands that progress can happen through small, consistent steps
• Is reliable and committed to the full academic year

Previous experience as a Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Youth Worker, Behaviour Mentor or similar would be highly beneficial.

This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity to make a difference to young people at an important stage of their lives.

Rather than simply supporting them in a classroom, you will be helping them develop the confidence and practical skills they will need for adulthood, while encouraging them to become more independent within their own community.

If you're passionate about helping young people grow in confidence and would love the opportunity to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.