Learning Mentor - Cognition & Learning Interventions

Woodlands; Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution located in Ashford is seeking a caring and motivated Learning Mentor to support pupils through focused cognition and learning interventions. The role involves working with students on an individual basis to help enhance their learning experience and promote independence. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and a commitment to improving outcomes for all learners. Closing date for applications is 9th March 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering targeted interventions to support cognition and learning.
• Ability to monitor and report pupil progress.
• Commitment to promoting confidence and independence in learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured cognition and learning interventions.
• Support pupils with memory and attention difficulties.
• Adapt tasks to improve curriculum access.
• Monitor pupil progress against individual targets.
• Collaborate with teachers and external professionals.

Skills

Experience working with children with cognition and learning needs

Clear and sensitive communication

Calm and patient approach

Organizational skills

Commitment to inclusion

Job description

Repton Manor Primary school is seeking a caring, motivated Learning Mentor with a focus on the delivery of Cognition and Learning Interventions to join our supportive and inclusive team.

The successful candidate will work with pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis to deliver targeted interventions, helping to remove barriers to learning and promote confidence, independence and inclusion.

The role will involve:

• Delivering structured cognition and learning interventions on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Supporting pupils with difficulties relating to memory, attention, processing, organisation and learning skills
• Adapting learning tasks and strategies to support access to the curriculum
• Monitoring, recording and reporting pupil progress against individual targets and support plans
• Supporting positive engagement, behaviour and independence in line with school policies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo and external professionals

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children with cognition and learning needs.
• Communicates clearly and sensitively with pupils and adults
• Is calm, patient, organised and nurturing
• Is committed to inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners

Safeguarding

Repton Manor Primary School and The Lightyear Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process should a suitable candidate be identified.

Closing Date: Monday 9th March 2026 at 9:30 am
Interviews: Monday 16th March 2026