Graduate Learning Mentor

Graduate Learning Mentor

Job Title: Graduate Learning Mentor
Area: Bolton
Start Date: February 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary
Salary: £95 – £110 per day
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30 – 3.30pm

About the School:

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a secondary school before progressing into teacher training, educational psychology, or youth work?

We’re working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Bolton that is committed to developing aspiring education professionals. The school offers a positive learning environment with strong pastoral support, excellent staff collaboration, and clear behaviour expectations.

This role is ideal for graduates seeking meaningful classroom experience while making a real impact on students’ academic progress and personal development.

As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 in the classroom
  * Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons
  * Provide 1:1 and small group academic support
  * Support students with varying learning needs and abilities
  * Help maintain a positive and focused learning environment
  * Gain valuable experience in behaviour management and lesson delivery

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree (2:1 or above preferred, all subjects considered)
  * A genuine interest in education and supporting young people
  * Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  * A proactive, patient, and positive attitude
  * Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)

To be eligible you must:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
  * Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service OR be willing to apply for a new one
  * Provide two professional child-related references

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding/vetting checks in line with statutory guidance. Any adult working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

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