Secondary Learning Mentor

Step Teachers

  • High Peak, Derbs
  • £95-110 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Temp‑to‑Perm Opportunity!We're recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEMH provision in High Peak for a Secondary Learning Mentor.Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can support secondary‑aged students navigating emotional, social, or behavioural challenges - helping them rediscover a positive relationship with learning?Secondary Learning Mentor (SEMH Focus)
Location: High Peak, Derbyshire
Daily Rate: £95-£110/dayEqual pay to permanent staff from Week 13Paid via PAYE by Step Teachers - no umbrella companies!Contract: Temp‑to‑Perm, Full time
Start Date: ASAPThis unique setting-recently designated as an alternative provision academy - supports pupils up to Key Stage 4 in small cohorts. It's based in a serene part of High Peak and forms part of a multi‑site structure designed specifically to re-engage young people who have struggled in mainstream education. The environment is carefully structured, with small classes of around 10 students, high adult support ratios, and a tranquil setting aimed at encouraging positive behavioural change.Benefits To You:
  • Transition to permanent pay scale after 13 weeks.
  • Free CPD opportunities through reputable education providers.
  • Step Perks - discounts on shops, gyms, cinema & 24hr online GP access.
  • Full support from a consultant with 13 years' local experience.
  • Referral Bonus - Earn £100 in vouchers (T&Cs apply)
What They Offer You
  • Integration into a supportive trust environment that values professional growth, wellbeing, and high‑quality provision.
  • A meaningful opportunity in a setting known for its inclusive, reformative work and strong pastoral ethos.
  • A calm, well-resourced environment where your insight and dedication will directly influence young people's trajectories.
Why You'll Love Working There
  • The core mission is to rebuild trust and motivation through collaboration with pupils, parents, schools, and community partners-enabling reintegration or bespoke pathways toward education, training, or employment.
  • The sites are small and supportive, offering high staffing levels to nurture emotional resilience and academic readiness in a personalised and inclusive setting.
  • The academy earned a Centre of Excellence Inclusion Quality Mark in mid‑2024, reflecting its inclusive ethos and commitment to continuous improvement.
What Makes Their Curriculum Stand Out
  • There's an emphasis on tailored, multi-pathway learning - balancing academic, vocational, personal development, and employability skills. Pupils work toward accredited outcomes appropriate to their individual readiness.
  • The curriculum fosters resilience, self-regulation, literacy, numeracy, and wellbeing, with enrichment opportunities like Duke of Edinburgh-style experiences and ASDAN short courses.
  • Learning groups are small (8-12 pupils), with personalised pastoral support including dedicated keyworkers for each learner.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support for secondary students facing SEMH-related challenges.
  • Support their engagement, emotional regulation, and smooth transition in or back to consistent learning.
  • Collaborate with teaching and pastoral teams to implement personalised interventions and behaviour plans.
  • Foster trust, celebrate progress, and help students develop resilience, confidence, and positive relationships.
What They Offer You
  • Integration into a supportive trust environment that values professional growth, wellbeing, and high‑quality provision.
  • A meaningful opportunity in a setting known for its inclusive, reformative work and strong pastoral ethos.
  • A calm, well-resourced environment where your insight and dedication will directly influence young people's trajectories.
What You'll Need to Apply:
  • A CV detailing up to 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Proof of Right to Work in the UK and a current address.
  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).
  • References covering the past two years (at least one must be from an educational context).
  • Prior experience with SEMH in children or young adults.
Apply Today for this SEMH Secondary Learning Mentor role!If you're passionate about empowering SEMH secondary students in a setting that values care, individuality, and meaningful outcomes - send your application now. Join a team helping young people rebuild their futures in a High Peak setting that truly supports growth and reintegration.

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