LEARNING MENTOR – FULL-TIME, LONG-TERM TO PERMANENT OPPORTUNITIES

Location: South West London
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Salary: £85 - £100 per day, depending on experience (PAYE only – no umbrella deductions)
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Are you exploring a future career in education, psychology, therapy, or youth work?
Parker Smith Inclusion is working in partnership with several outstanding SEND schools across South West London to recruit Learning Mentors for long-term to permanent roles. These full-time positions are ideal for those seeking hands-on experience in specialist education settings that support children and young people with Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
• Right to work in the UK – sponsorship is not available
• Availability for full-time work, Monday to Friday during term time
  If you are interested in this Learning Mentor / SEND Teaching Assistant position, please apply below or contact Heeji Moon at Parker Smith Inclusion.

WHAT DOES A LEARNING MENTOR ROLE INVOLVE?

You’ll play a crucial part in the daily lives of neurodivergent pupils aged 7–19, including:

• 1:1 and small group support for learners with Autism, SEMH, and complex communication needs
• Supporting students with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Assisting with sensory sessions, hydrotherapy, rebound therapy, and creative learning approaches
• Encouraging pupil engagement in education by building positive, trusting relationships
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, SENCOs and external agencies
• Supporting personal care and learning routines within a therapy-led or trauma-informed setting

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT:

• Aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists or clinical psychologists
• Graduates in Psychology, Education, Youth Work, Social Work, or similar fields
• Experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, youth mentors or carers
• Individuals who are patient, emotionally resilient and genuinely passionate about SEND
• Candidates who are confident working with children with high sensory and behavioural needs