Learning Mentor (C1–C3)

£18, 356 – 21,274 (based on 32.5 hours and term time only)

Deighton Gates Primary School is a thriving, community-focused school with a strong caring ethos. Our dedicated team works collaboratively to create a secure, happy, purposeful, and stimulating environment where every child feels respected and valued.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Learning Mentor to work with children, families, and professionals to remove barriers to learning and support targeted groups of pupils in achieving their full potential.

The successful candidate will:

• Have high expectations for pupils’ attainment, behaviour, and well-being.
• Be committed to working collaboratively as part of our team, engaging with parents, children, and other professionals to help every child thrive.
• Enjoy building effective, nurturing relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the external pressures that can impact children and families’ ability to access education.

In return, we offer:

• Enthusiastic, motivated, and well-behaved children.
• A high-performing, dedicated team of staff and governors committed to our caring and Christian ethos.
• A collaborative and supportive workplace focused on creating a successful, secure, and stimulating environment for all.
• A child-centred learning environment where every child feels respected, valued, and nurtured.
• A strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and professional growth.

Our Ethos and Values

Our vision of ‘Excellence for All’ is at the heart of everything we do. It underpins our teaching, learning, and values, preparing our children to become confident, happy citizens. This commitment is lived out through our guiding principle:
Every Child Matters; Every Effort Counts – a belief that every child deserves to be seen, supported, and challenged, and that every action we take contributes to their success and well-being.

Visits to the School

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school. To arrange a visit, please contact the Krissie Bamforth (School Business Manager) on 01937 584359 or recruitment@deightongates.leeds.sch.uk.

Safeguarding

Deighton Gates Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post is subject to satisfactory references, online checks (where applicable), and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Closing Date – 21^st May 2026 at 13:00

Interview Date – Week beginning 1^st June 2026

Start Date - 1st September 2026