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 thriving secondary school in Ashington, Northumberland. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers and experienced support staff to work closely with students, providing the guidance, encouragement and support they need to thrive.

The school is committed to creating a culture of aspiration, achievement and inclusion, ensuring every student receives the support they need to reach their full potential.

Ashington, Northumberland
£92.63 - £115.00 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | Immediate & September Starts Available | 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 barriers to learning and engagement.
• Deliver targeted interventions focused on confidence, resilience and achievement.
• Support pupils with SEND, Autism (ASC), ADHD and SEMH needs.
• 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 offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference to a young person's confidence, wellbeing and future success.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone considering a future career in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Social Work
• Youth Work
• Counselling
• Behaviour Support
• Mental Health Services

You'll gain valuable experience working directly with young people while developing skills in communication, safeguarding, mentoring and behaviour support.

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
• Teaching Assistants
• Youth Workers
• Support Workers
• Care Workers
• Sports Coaches
• Aspiring Teachers
• Aspiring Educational Psychologists

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

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 - £115.00 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 Ashington.