JOB NEWS: Sunderland College is hiring a Learning Mentor within its Directions SEND provision at the Bede Campus.
Sunderland College is hiring a Learning Mentor within its Directions SEND provision at the Bede Campus.
The role is part-time, term-time only, working 24 hours per week across 35 weeks of the year. The salary is £24,309 per annum pro rata. The closing date is 8 December 2025 at 23:59. This is a permanent position supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across the College.
The post involves working closely with curriculum teams and student support services to create personalised strategies that help SEND learners overcome barriers and thrive within the College community. You will contribute to assessments, support plans, and continuous improvement of the provision.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing learning mentor support to students with learning difficulties, disabilities, emotional or behavioural needs
- Assisting with assessments, monitoring and review of support strategies
- Developing and implementing support strategies with curriculum and support staff
- Identifying potential issues early and communicating them to teaching and departmental staff
Essential qualifications:
- Relevant care, learning support or youth qualification (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)
- GCSE Maths and English
Essential skills and experience:
- Experience supporting individuals with SEND or additional learning needs
- Knowledge of EHCPs, assessment and support plans
- Understanding of SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act responsibilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits include a generous holiday allowance, flexible working options, LGPS or Teacher Pension Scheme, retail discounts, wellbeing support, health cash plans and free parking on most campuses. An Enhanced Disclosure Check is required.
To apply please see the official job vacancy page here
