Learning Mentor

This varied role offers the opportunity to work across Key Stage 2, Secondary and Sixth Form, supporting pupils both within and beyond the classroom while contributing to the wider life of our Outstanding school community.

Job details

Location

Dawn House School, Rainworth, Nottinghamshire

Salary

Actual £22,277.15 - £22,960.67 (£25,063 - £25,832)

Hours of work

Permanent contract, working 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday; Term time plus 1 week during the school closure period.

Contract

Permanent

Closing date

July 10, 2026

Job Title: Learning Mentor

Location: Dawn House School, Rainworth, Nottinghamshire

Salary: Actual £22,277.15 – £22,960.67 (£25,063 – £25,832)

Working pattern: Permanent contract, full time or part time, Monday – Friday;  Term time plus 1 week during the school closure period (total working weeks 40 weeks per annum)

Start Date: September 2026 

Role Overview
We are looking for a compassionate, proactive and enthusiastic Learning Mentor to join our Wellbeing Team at Dawn House School. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with complex speech, language and communication needs. Through one-to-one mentoring, group interventions and collaborative working, you will play a key role in promoting positive wellbeing, engagement and successful learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support their emotional wellbeing, confidence and engagement in learning.
• Deliver planned one-to-one and group interventions to address individual barriers to learning.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, the Wellbeing Team and families to develop and implement effective support strategies.
• Support pupils with attendance, punctuality, behaviour, self-esteem and personal development.
• Contribute to transition planning for pupils moving between classes, key stages or into further education and employment.
• Maintain accurate records, monitor progress and contribute to reports and reviews.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to support.

What we are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people, particularly those with additional needs or communication difficulties.
• Is passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
• Builds positive relationships through empathy, patience and excellent communication skills.
• Is calm, resilient and confident when supporting pupils with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

About Us
Dawn House, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day school dedicated to supporting children with complex speech and language challenges. We provide integrated education, therapy, and care to pupils aged 5-19. Our school has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and offers a collaborative, child-centred environment with communication at its heart. Join our passionate and dynamic team, where we give young people the communication skills they need to face the future with confidence. Visit our website here.

How to Apply

Have a look at our application pack to find out more about this opportunity and the difference you can make to children’s lives.

To apply, please send your completed application form to Catherine Ingram at catherine.ingram@dawnhouse.org.uk by 9am on Friday 10 July 2026

Informal enquiries about this post can be made to Catherine Ingram, School Business Administrator on 01623 795361. To apply please complete and return an Application form to catherine.ingram@dawnhouse.org.uk

Accessibility Support
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments or need to apply in a different format, please contact our People Team at hr@speechandlanguage.org.uk and we will be happy to assist you.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. Find out what this means here

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we carry out safer recruitment principles, as well as appropriate vetting and verifications on all school staff.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education the successful candidate’s employment is subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search covering content that is in the public domain.

A copy of our Safeguarding policy can be found here: School Safeguarding Policy