Learning Support Mentor (LSM) Scheduling Lead

Hours: Full-time (37 hours), term-time (38 weeks)

Fixed term (12 months)

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Learning Support team for a Learning Support Mentor (LSM) Scheduling Lead.

This key role is responsible for coordinating daily cover arrangements for Learning Support Mentors, ensuring that students with additional learning needs receive consistent and effective support across all campuses.

The postholder will oversee timetable implementation, manage staff deployment, and maintain continuity of support in response to staff absence. There will also be an expectation to provide direct learner support where required, working with students across a range of SEND needs.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate daily cover for LSM staff in response to absence
• Oversee and implement LSM timetables across campuses
• Liaise with teaching staff, support staff, and managers to ensure effective communication of support needs
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and support provided
• Communicate changes in support arrangements clearly to students
• Provide flexible, needs-led support to learners when required, including those with complex needs
• Support and guide LSMs, promoting consistency and best practice
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and student-focused environment

About you

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised individual with strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting student success.

Essential:

• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational setting
• Strong organisational, administrative, and IT skills
• Experience supporting learners with additional needs/SEND
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent)

Desirable:

• Experience in a Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor, or similar role
• Knowledge of the FE sector
• Relevant qualification in education or support

Additional information

This role will involve cross-college working and a high degree of flexibility. You will also be expected to contribute to the wider work of Learning Support and Inclusive Practice.

All staff are required to commit to safeguarding, equality and diversity, and continuous professional development.

Closing Date: 5pm Monday 22 June 2026

We offer a generous package with benefits including up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata, College closure days, LGPS pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.

Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be held on a rolling basis.

Successful candidates will be notified within 4 weeks of the closing date.