Location: Barking, London
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Are you a graduate eager to build a meaningful career in education, psychology, or child development? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a rewarding role where you’ll directly support young people with additional needs and play a key part in their academic and personal growth.
We are working with a network of inclusive and forward-thinking primary and secondary schools in Barking, seeking motivated graduates to join as Learning & Inclusion Mentors. This role offers hands-on experience supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs in dynamic classroom settings.
What You’ll Be Doing
Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with additional needs
Assisting teachers in delivering engaging, accessible lessons
Helping create a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment
Supporting students’ emotional, social, and academic development
Monitoring progress and contributing to student support plans
Encouraging confidence, independence, and active participationWho We’re Looking For
A graduate (Arts, Psychology, Education, or Science backgrounds welcome)
Experience working with children or young people (school, tutoring, care, coaching, etc.)
Strong communication skills and a proactive, empathetic approach
Calm, patient, and adaptable under pressure
A genuine interest in SEND, education, or child development
Teaching Assistant qualifications are a bonus, but not essentialWhy This Role?
Ideal stepping stone into teaching, educational psychology, or therapy careers
Make a real, visible difference in young people’s lives every day
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Supportive school environments with experienced staff teamsApply now by sending your CV to: (url removed)
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications
Salary description
£98.00 - £105.00 per day