Thrive Learning Mentor

Contract type: Permanent
Work pattern: 32.5 hours per week, Term time only (39 weeks)
Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Salary information: Scale 6, Point 20; £28,881 per annum
Start date: February 2026

About the Role:
We are seeking an exceptional Thrive Learning Mentor to join our dedicated team at Minet Junior School. The successful candidate will join a warm and inclusive 4-form junior school to work closely with our pupils and their families. Providing social and emotional support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop their resilience and self-esteem. The role involves a mix of one-to-one, small group, and whole-class interventions, working closely with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies.

Key Requirements:

• Preferred – A licensed Thrive Practitioner qualification or experience of trauma-informed practice and/or NVQ3 level Teaching Assistant qualification or Education, Social Care orWorking with Parents.
• Experienced with working with children and young people, including those with SEND/SEMH needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with patience and adaptability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are required

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a successful, multicultural junior school, which places pupils at the heart of its development. As our recent Ofsted report highlights, "Pupils flourish at Minet Junior School," and we are committed to continuing to provide an outstanding education for all our students. If you would like to work in a “Good” school with an exciting and dynamic environment where the children are at the heart of everything we do, then this position is for you.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications detailing their experience and suitability for the role by the deadline. 

Closing date: 2nd January 2026 at Noon