Job Description

Location: Enfield, North LondonPay: £100-£115 per day (depending on experience)Job Type: Full-time Long-term Term Time OnlyStart Date: September 2026

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people?

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting Learning Mentors to work in a specialist secondary school in Enfield that supports students aged 11-19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in education, youth work, support work, sports coaching, care, or mentoring who is looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same.

As a Learning Mentor, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships to improve engagement, confidence and behaviour.
• Support students both in lessons and around the school.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to help students achieve their personal and academic goals.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage independence, resilience and self-confidence.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people.
• Has experience supporting individuals with SEMH, SEND, Autism, ADHD or challenging behaviour (desirable).
• Is patient, resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is passionate about helping young people reach their full potential.
• Holds an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to apply for one.

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Dedicated support from your own Tradewind Recruitment consultant.
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.
• Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies and has been recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 Company to Work For. We pride ourselves on matching great candidates with outstanding schools while providing exceptional support throughout your placement.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, apply today with your CV.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory referencing