Learning Mentor

Education Partnership; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks a dedicated Learning Mentor for special educational needs (SEND) at their City campus. The role involves working closely with curriculum teams to develop personalized strategies that support and empower students. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, communication skills, and experience with SEND individuals. Benefits include generous holidays, flexible working, and extensive wellbeing support, making it a great environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Access to wellbeing support

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in care or learning support is needed.
• Experience with students having special educational needs is essential.
• Strong communication skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with learning difficulties.
• Assist in detailed assessments and implement support strategies.
• Identify problems early and communicate with teaching staff.

Skills

Relevant care, learning support, or youth qualification

Experience of supporting individuals with SEND

Good written and verbal communication skills

Education

NVQ level 2 (or equivalent)

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

ClosingDate: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 27 January 2026

<ﾞb>Reference: Gustav 1000‑25

About the College

Sunderland College has been delivering highly successfulারে courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post‑16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students.

The College has two campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates. In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas ‑Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace आकार, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

About the Candidate

Join our vibrant and dynamic team as we embark on an exciting mission to empower and uplift students with special educational needs (SEND) at our City campus! We're on the lookout for passionate, experienced, and talented individuals who can help us create an exceptional environment that nurtures and supports our amazing students.

About the Role

In this role, you'll be a key collaborator, working closely with the curriculum teams for Salon Professionals, Hospitality& Tourism, Automotive Engineering Construction & Building Services and Manufacturing Engineering along with student support services to develop personalised strategies that will empower students with SEND to overcome obstacles and thrive within our College community. Your creativity and dedication will play a vital role in continuously improving our provision and realising our ambitious vision for excellence.

Role Responsibilities

• To provide learning mentor support to students with learning difficulties and or disabilities, emotional and behaviour needs who are on mainstream or discrete College courses to integrate into the College environment.
• To assist in the implementation of detailed assessments and monitoring and review of support strategies.
• To devise and implement support strategies with senior departmental staff and other college professionals around individual students and groups to overcome their barriers to learning
• To identify possible sources of problems at early stage and to communicate this to teaching staff and departmental manage

Qualifications

• Relevant care, learning support,LOAD or youth qualification, ideally at least at NVQ level 2 (or equivalent).
• GCirah Maths and English
• Experience of supporting individuals with SEND or additional learning needs
• Knowledge of Educational Health Care Plans and assessment and support plans
• Awareness of responsibilities under SEND Code of Practice and the Equality Act
• Good written and verbal communication skills

What’s in it for you?

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35‑48 days per year, plus public holidays ‑ (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% ‑ 28.68%)
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of supportZwienia physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.