Learning Mentor (2 posts)

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Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people?

At Holly House School, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. We’re looking for a creative, compassionate Learning Mentor (Teaching Assistant) with a passion for trauma-informed practice to join our dedicated team.

Why Holly House?

• A Unique Setting: Holly House is a Local Authority Residential Special School for children aged 7–14 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our school is a vibrant, supportive community where every child is valued.
• A School on the Move: We’re on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. This is your opportunity to help shape our future—and the futures of our pupils.
• A Place to Belong: We are a ‘community that builds ambition to achieve potential’. Here, you’ll be part of a team that celebrates every achievement and supports each other every step of the way.

What We Offer:

• A Nurturing Environment: We follow the Thrive Approach, providing a safe, supportive space where creativity and compassion drive everything we do.
• Professional Growth: We invest in your development. You’ll have access to ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities to advance your SEND and pedagogical skills.
• A Values-Driven Culture: We promote respect, positive relationships, and unconditional positive regard. You’ll help us build a culture where every pupil can become a confident, successful learner and make a positive contribution to their community.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Someone who is committed to high standards in the classroom and beyond.
• A team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An individual who is ambitious about their own growth and passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Someone who shares our values of respect, inclusion, and positive behaviour support.

Your Impact:

• You’ll help pupils build pride in themselves, develop essential skills, and celebrate their achievements—big and small.
• You’ll be a role model, inspiring confidence and resilience in our young people.
• You’ll be part of a team that’s making a genuine difference, every single day.

Ready to join us?

If you’re inspired by our vision and want to be part of a school where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointment

Provisional Interview Date: 5 December 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.