Location: Croydon, South London
Salary: £100–£120 per day
Job Type: Full-time, term-time only
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
Start Date: Immediate
We are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Mentor to join a supportive school in Croydon on a full-time basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting children or young people with Autism, ADHD, SEND and challenging behaviour.
As a Learning Support Mentor, you will work closely with pupils to support their learning, behaviour and personal development. The role will involve a mixture of 1:1 support, small group work and targeted interventions.
You will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, manage their behaviour and develop confidence and independence within the school environment.
Providing 1:1 learning and behavioural support
Supporting pupils in small group settings
Delivering and supporting targeted learning and behavioural interventions
Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and additional learning needs
Managing and responding appropriately to challenging behaviour
Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Supporting pupils to access the curriculum and participate in school life
Working closely with teachers and the wider support team
Following individual learning, behaviour and support plans
The successful candidate will ideally have experience working with children or young people in a school, SEND, education, care or support setting.
We are looking for someone who is:
Confident managing challenging behaviour
Patient, calm and consistent
Experienced or confident supporting children with Autism and ADHD
Comfortable providing 1:1 and small group support
Able to build positive relationships with young people
Reliable, proactive and enthusiastic
Passionate about supporting children with additional needs
Able to work effectively as part of a team
Relevant experience is highly desirable, although candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude will also be considered.
📍 Croydon, South London
💰 £100–£120 per day
📅 Monday–Friday
⏰ 8:30am–3:30pm
📚 Full-time, term-time only
🚀 Immediate start available
At Pink Tile Education, we specialise in education recruitment and work hard to match talented education professionals with schools where they can thrive.
Our experienced team has extensive knowledge of SEND and SEMH settings, meaning we understand the challenges and rewards of these roles.
Our approach is simple: “Best Fit, Every Time.” We take the time to understand our candidates and schools to ensure the right match.
£100–£120 per day
Monday to Friday
8:30am–3:30pm
Full-time, term-time only
Immediate start
Dedicated consultant throughout your placement
Support from an experienced education recruitment team
Opportunities to develop your SEND and education experience
Access to further education opportunities through Pink Tile Education
If you are passionate about supporting children and young people and have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this Learning Support Mentor role in Croydon.
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The advertised daily rate is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other relevant safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the necessary background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service.
In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.
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