Learning Mentor

Work smarter, live better – join Outcomes First Group At Outcomes First Group, we don’t just talk about work/life balance — we live it. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, giving you the option to work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while keeping your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as staffing allows. Whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, there’s never been a better time to join #teamOFG Learning Mentor – New Barn School, Welford RG20 8HZ Salary: £23,638 per year (not pro rata)/£13.25p/h | Hours: 40/week, Mon–Fri | Start: December 2025 / January 2026 Permanent | Term Time Only | UK applicants only (no sponsorship) | Earn £1,000 if you refer a friend who joins us (T&Cs apply) New Barn School is growing — and we’re looking for passionate, caring Learning Mentors to join our team. If you love working with young people, thrive on helping others grow, and want a role where every day brings meaningful rewards, this could be the perfect opportunity. As a Learning Mentor, you’ll support pupils with complex SEND and SEMH needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and feel safe, understood, and empowered. You’ll be a positive role model — someone who believes in them even when they don’t yet believe in themselves. Your day-to-day will include preparing learning materials, guiding pupils through classroom activities, and delivering hands-on, personalised support. You’ll work closely with teachers to embed a therapeutic, pupil-centred approach, ensuring every student has the chance to thrive both academically and emotionally. Experience in the SEMH or SEN sector is highly desirable, and experience supporting pupils with ASC is a real advantage. Above all, we’re looking for someone enthusiastic, resilient, and genuinely passionate about helping young people flourish. If you’re ready to make a real difference, help pupils overcome barriers, and be part of a school that truly cares, we would love to hear from you. About New Barn School We are a growing school catering to SEMH pupils aged 6–19, with almost 100 pupils across three sites. Our shared vision is to build incredible futures, empowering neurodiverse pupils to be happy, confident, and capable of finding their place in the world. We deliver structured, personalised education tailored to each student’s needs, guided by their Education, Health, and Care plans. Pupils learn in small groups or one-to-one, supported by fully qualified teachers and instructors, in as afe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. As part of Acorn Education and the Outcomes First Group, we offer exciting career development opportunities and lead the sector in innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes for the young people in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Why join Acorn Education / Outcomes First Group? Every day, your work will have a real, positive impact on the lives of pupils and young adults. We put their outcomes at the heart of everything we do — and you’ll get to see the difference your role makes. We care about your wellbeing, too. That’s why our exceptional rewards package includes: Life Assurance and Pension Scheme (with flexible contribution options) “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to first-class mental health and physical health support Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with health, insurance, and lifestyle perks Cycle to Work and Electric Car Purchase Schemes Family Growth Support – including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support Critical illness cover Please note: 4DWW will be rolled out once the school has full staffing, and is subject to successful completion of probation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and successful applicants a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group 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, Outcomes First Group 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. #1