Learning Mentor
- Newbury
- Permanent
Full Job Description
At OFG Education we work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work
Job Title: Learning Mentor
Location: New Barn School - River View House, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2PS
Salary: £24,619.20 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: November 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the role
Are you passionate about helping young people overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve things they never thought possible?
We're looking for a caring, resilient and motivated Learning Mentor to join our specialist education team, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an incredibly rewarding role where no two days are the same, and every small step forward can have a life-changing impact.
You don't need to come from a traditional education background. Whether you've worked in schools, youth work, residential care, coaching, the military, support work, mental health services, customer-facing roles, or you're looking for a meaningful career change, we'd love to hear from you.
You'll become a trusted adult in a young person's life, helping them rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships, engage in learning and achieve success both in and out of the classroom.
What You'll Be Doing
- Building positive, consistent and trusted relationships with students.
- Supporting students to manage emotions, build resilience and develop confidence.
- Delivering one-to-one and small-group mentoring sessions.
- Encouraging engagement in learning and helping remove barriers to success.
- Supporting wellbeing, positive behaviour and personal development.
- Working alongside teachers and other professionals to help students achieve their individual goals.
What you will bring
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent).
- Genuinely enjoys working with young people and wants to make a difference.
- Is calm, patient, resilient and able to build trust with others.
- Can motivate and encourage students to achieve their potential.
- Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Has experience in education, care, youth work, coaching, mentoring, support work or a similar people-focused role (desirable but not essential).
About Us
At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.
Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.
Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.
About Our School
New Barn School, provides inclusive, nurturing education for autistic children and young people with complex needs across three sites. We deliver personalised learning, therapeutic support, and vocational opportunities tailored to each student’s Education, Health and Care Plan. students learn in small, supportive settings that promote confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing. Built on strong partnerships with families, New Barn empowers every learner to thrive and prepare for life beyond school.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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