Learning and Behaviour Mentor
We’re currently searching for a Learning and Behaviour Mentor to join a Primary School based in North Durham starting in September. You’ll be joining welcoming and nurturing schools that put wellbeing and community at the center of everything they do. It’s a great role for someone who wants to become a familiar face in schools that values consistency.
Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.
Learning and Behaviour Mentor – Main Responsibilities:
- Providing one-to-one and small-group support tailored to pupils’ individual learning needs
- Fostering an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where every pupil feels valued, respected, and included
- Inspiring the children to engage in lessons fully
- Assisting with the delivery of targeted intervention and catch-up sessions to help pupils bridge learning gaps
Learning and Behaviour Mentor – Requirements or Skills:
- A real passion for working with children and young people
- Comfortable taking direction from the class teacher and working as part of a team
- Recent experience working in a school or education setting (preferred)
- A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education or similar — or equivalent hands-on experience (preferred)
Benefits of working with Milk Education:
- Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
- Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
- Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
- Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
- Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
- 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
- FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
- FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
- School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
- 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.
Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ or call 0191 486 2500 to find out more!
Email: lucy.dawes@milk-education.co.uk
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.
Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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