Lead Mentor

Term Time Only

37 Hours per week

Grade 4 Salary: £25,584 - SCP 11 £27,269 Pro Rota (depending on experience)

To start: as soon as possible

Are you looking for a term-time only job where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people? The Bulmershe School in Woodley is seeking a compassionate and committed Lead Mentor to join our experienced and supportive Inclusion Team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a positive attitude and a passion for helping children and teenagers thrive. Whether you have previous experience in mentoring, youth work, education, or simply want to play a meaningful role in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

As a Lead Mentor, you’ll work closely with students who need extra social, emotional, or behavioural support. You'll run mentoring sessions, group activities and workshops, and help students build the confidence and life skills they need to succeed. You’ll also work alongside staff, families and specialist colleagues to create a safe and inclusive environment where all students feel supported.

Our dedicated SIGNAL Centre provides a calm and well-resourced base for this work. It’s a key part of our pastoral provision and a valued space for students who need additional support during the school day.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and is looking for a meaningful job during school hours, with school holidays off. Whether you're returning to work, changing careers, or continuing your journey in education or youth support, you’ll be welcomed into a team that cares deeply about making a difference.

Why join The Bulmershe School

The Bulmershe School is a heavily oversubscribed school which sits at the heart of the community. We are a mixed local authority, 11-18 school of approximately 1,500 students, who come from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We work closely with our parents, partners and feeder school to achieve the best outcomes for all of our students. We were rated as ‘Good’ in our last OFSTED report and are aiming for Outstanding.

We believe that The Bulmershe is a school where you can really make a difference.

To find out more about The Bulmershe School and this specific opportunity, please take a look at the attached vacancy pack. We look forward to your application.

How to Apply

1. If you’d like to find out more about role, the school, or to talk to us about options for flexible working call: 0118 935 3353 to arrange to meet us for coffee and a chat
2. Ready to apply? Please complete our application form (CVs will not be accepted)
3. Email your application and equal opportunities form to the Assistant School Business Manager, Ms Bagley-Kelly: vbagley@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk

The Bulmershe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Note: This job description is not your contract of employment or any part of it. It has been prepared only for the purpose of school organisation and may change either as your contract changes or as the organisation of the school is changed. Nothing will be changed without consultation.