Learning Mentor for English and MathsCouncil

Job Title: Learning Mentor for Maths and English

E-ACT West Walsall Academy | Strive for Excellence

E-ACT West Walsall Academy, an 11-18 academy committed to enhancing the life chances of every student while inspiring them to achieve their full potential. Situated just eight miles from the vibrant city of Birmingham and six miles from the bustling town of Wolverhampton, our academy plays a pivotal role in the educational landscape of Walsall.

At West Walsall Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education and are resolutely focused on providing an environment where students can flourish academically and personally. As part of the E-ACT family, we are united in our mission to deliver outstanding education that empowers students to strive for excellence.

Take the next step in your career with E-ACT West Walsall Academy - where excellence is not just a goal; it's a commitment.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

We are looking to appoint a Learning Mentor to support students in English and Maths, providing targeted intervention, academic mentoring and encouragement. The successful candidate will help remove barriers to learning, improve confidence and engagement, and support students in achieving stronger outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and make progress in English, Maths, and across the curriculum.

Support pupils with SEND, social, emotional, and behavioural needs by implementing personalised learning and support plans, promoting inclusion and independence.

Work closely with teachers and the SENDCo to deliver learning activities, monitor pupil progress, and provide timely feedback on achievement, engagement, and behaviour.

Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and colleagues, encouraging positive behaviour, wellbeing, and active participation in school life.

Contribute to a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment, using appropriate resources and technology to enhance learning and support pupil development.

Pay range:  SCP 8-13 £24,370.82 - £26,406.05 (FTE: £27,709.00 - £30,023.00)

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Permanent

Qualifications and Skills:

GCSE Maths and English minimum grade C or equivalent

TA2 qualification or equivalent or relevant experience

Relevant educational experience supporting a child/children in a school setting and with the appropriate age range

Ability to work with an individual child or with a group

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

How to apply:

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.