We are looking for a Learning Mentor to join our team here at Woodvale Primary Academy.

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children who need it most? We are seeking a dedicated and emotionally intelligent Learning Mentor to join our team and support our most vulnerable learners—those who benefit from extra guidance, encouragement, and care to thrive both academically and personally.

In this pivotal role, you’ll work alongside pupils in class and through targeted interventions outside of class, helping them overcome barriers to learning and build the confidence they need to succeed. You’ll be a trusted adult, a positive role model, and a consistent presence in their school journey.

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Empathy and emotional resilience to connect with children facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges

• Strong communication skills to build trust with pupils, staff, and families

• Creativity and adaptability to tailor support to individual needs

• Patience and persistence to celebrate small steps and stay committed through setbacks

• Team spirit to collaborate closely with class teachers, and support staff

• A solid understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice

• Integrity and consistency to be a reliable role model

• Organisational skills to manage time, track progress, and contribute to pupil reviews

If you believe every child deserves someone in their corner—and you’re ready to be that someone—we’d love to hear from you.

About us:

We are a large, modern primary school situated in East Northampton where our pupils are hardworking, feel safe and enjoy learning in a happy and supportive environment.

Our aim is “Everyone Thriving” and at the heart of what we do is enabling children to be the best that they can be. We believe that children are thriving when they are happy, motivated, growing and successful. We work hard to ensure that every child has the very best education possible during their time with us so that they leave as knowledgeable, confident learners who are able to build on their successes in the future. All of our staff team are focussed on every child achieving their very best.

Our school is underpinned by 3 values that we believe are the keys to everyone thriving and that we ask all members of the school community to follow:-

• We strive - this value relates to trying our best, to challenging ourselves showing perseverance and resilience.
• We support - this value relates to supporting each other, working as a team, building effective relationships and supporting those who need it most to thrive.
• We succeed - we believe that success leads to increased motivation and so we celebrate success in all its forms and we value achievement and accomplishment.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
• A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.  All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education”.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.