Learning Mentor (SEND)

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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, compassionate and highly motivated Learning Mentor (SEND) to join our dedicated Inclusion Team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people by supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.

As a large, secondary school in Oldham, we are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring every student feels valued, supported and able to succeed. We are looking for someone who shares these values and is passionate about removing barriers to learning.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience of working with young people, particularly those with SEND and additional needs.

• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Can motivate, inspire and build positive relationships with students.

• Is patient, resilient and adaptable.

• Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Experience of supporting students with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, social, emotional and mental health needs, or other additional learning needs would be advantageous.

Newman Catholic College information 

Saint John Henry Newman Catholic College is an inclusive 11-16 voluntary aided school located in Oldham, ten minutes from Manchester city centre and the breath-taking Pennines. The school is situated in a modern building with state-of-the-art facilities and enjoys excellent transport links. We are blessed to represent a ‘close-knit’, diverse and talented Catholic community that sees relationships with students and their families as integral to the success of every individual, as well as the belief that there are no limits to a child’s potential, irrespective of background. 

You must be fully committed to the college vision of “Dignity and Excellence” by upholding the college's Catholic ethos and the fundamental belief that students must achieve their full learning potential. 

 What are you waiting for? Apply today!

The application pack is available at:

https://www.newmanrc.oldham.sch.uk/news/categories/vacancies  

We’re very happy to answer any questions you may have, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch:

Lisa Burns ¦ Saint John Henry Newman Catholic College ¦ Tel: 0161 785 8858 ¦ Email:  newmanhr@newmanrc.oldham.sch.uk

Please submit completed applications to: newmanhr@newmanrc.oldham.sch.uk

Closing Date: 9am on Tuesday 14th July 2026

Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures as outlined in Part 3 of DfE, KCSiE 2023, this includes a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced with barred list information check

In line with section 221 of Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 and as part of our Safer Recruitment Practices an online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates only.

As an employer we do not offer visa sponsorship If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK.