Learning Mentor

Job overview

Term time plus 5 INSET

37hrs per week (Mon & Tues 8:15-16:45, Wed – Fri 8:15– 15:45)

Start date: As soon as possible or September 2026.

Due to continued growth at Thames Valley School, we are pleased to be recruiting for several new roles. These opportunities reflect our expanding provision and commitment to supporting an increasing number of pupils.

Thames Valley School is an Autism Specific Specialist Free School seeking a Learning Mentor. This is a great and exciting opportunity for you to join a dynamic team and be part of the school’s journey in establishing excellence in the education of autistic pupils.

Every child is entitled to an education, and every child deserves the best possible developmental opportunities so that they learn more and do more, preparing themselves for life after school. Our autistic pupils learn in happy and safe environments that are able to support their individual needs as autistic learners.

You will be passionate about developing best practice in your school and be self-motivated to continually update your knowledge and ensure practice in the school is informed by evidence and research.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding individual who is looking to work in an ambitious and rewarding environment.  Who will have a wide range of skills and experience including the below:

• Hold a personal and professional academic track record of the highest calibre

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire pupils and colleagues

• Be highly motivated and have a strong commitment to creating an outstanding autistic specialist school

• Be highly knowledgeable in the field of autism

• Be self-led in ensuring your knowledge and understanding is up to date

• Knowledgeable about effective pedagogy for autistic pupils

• Be naturally resilient and a team player who can work collaboratively in a multi-professional team

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

In addition to a competitive salary, the following benefits are offered:

• Free onsite Parking

• Cycle scheme

• 24/7 employee assistance programme - a confidential support programme designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems

• Headspace membership - Headspace is a global leader in mindfulness and meditation through its app and online content

• Occupational sick pay

• A range of discounts from hundreds of retailers, accessible from mobile phones or using reloadable discount cards – the average user saves £565 per year

• Salary Finance - Our charity partner offers Salary Finance loans as a financial wellbeing benefit for our staff

• Eyecare vouchers – employees who need glasses to use computer screens

• Pension

Applications will be considered upon receipt.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

The LAT Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer.