SEN Learning Mentors

We are seeking to appoint numerous innovative and enthusiastic SEN Learning Mentors to support the Lead SEN Learning Mentors, Associate SENDCO and the SENDCO with the delivery of curriculum provision and learning support for targeted pupils at risk of significant underachievement and to support individuals with enhanced needs.

In this varied role, you will be required to demonstrate flexibility, some experience of working with vulnerable/challenged/challenging children and young people and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and pupils alike. The role will see you providing learning support programmes and interventions, including providing support to pupils with numeracy and literacy in one-to-one and small-group settings. We are flexible in our approach and are looking for applicants with fresh ideas for targeted and meaningful interventions.

We have various positions available on both a full-time and part-time basis:

• SEN Learning Mentor (Full-Time): 32.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, 8.15am to 3.15pm, permanent, £19,925 to £21,522 per annum.

• SEN Learning Mentor (Part-Time): 19.5 hours per week, working 8.15am to 3.15pm 3 days per week (days to be discussed at interview), permanent, £11,955 to £12,913 per annum.

All positions include a 30-minute unpaid lunch break per day.

Candidates are welcome to apply for either or both positions. Please indicate to which position you are applying within your application form.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking, ambitious team in a welcoming, friendly school. We strive to create an environment where pupils enjoy learning and are given opportunities to stretch themselves both academically and also through a wide range of other extra-curricular activities. Our success is founded on traditional values set in a warm, friendly environment.

We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying.

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits, and we also encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our recently launched Employee Benefits package: Working For Our Trust - Accord.

Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees’ financial, physical and mental wellbeing:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Technology scheme via SmartTech*

• Access to an extensive discounts platform via Accord Rewards

• Access to an industry-leading employee assistance programme

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through corporate paid healthcare cash plans

• Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through corporate paid healthcare cash plans

• Cycle to Work Scheme*

• Free annual flu jab

• Free, on-site parking at every site

• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*restrictions apply

The Accord Multi Academy Trust was established in September 2016 and is currently made up of five academies, four of which were the founding members of the Trust. The Trust is committed to providing a world-class education for all our young people within our community, and as such, we recognise the pivotal role that our staff team have in this respect. The Trust places at the heart of its development a commitment to high-quality professional development for all staff who join the Trust. We understand that by investing in our staff, we will create an organisation with a shared vision and values that will transform education for young people.

We offer a supportive work environment with a dedicated and approachable central operational team and an educational strategy group who will work with you in order for you to reach your career goals and aspirations.

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact hr@accordmat.org or call 01924 921213.

Application forms are available from accordmat.org/join-our-team/our-vacancies

Completed application forms must be returned to hr@accordmat.org

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 23 March 2026.

Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 23 March 2026.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high-quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+, and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of their application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.