Job description
Physical Education Learning Mentor
Location: Sandwich, Kent
Salary: £120 - £250 per day (depending on experience and pay scale)
Start date: 2nd November 2026
Contract: Full-time, Ongoing
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Physical Education Learning Mentor looking for a rewarding opportunity to support students' learning, confidence, and personal development?
Do you enjoy using sport and physical activity to engage young people, encourage positive behaviour, and help them reach their full potential?
GSL Education Kent are currently recruiting for a dedicated Physical Education Learning Mentor to join a well-regarded secondary school in Sandwich from 2nd November 2026 on an ongoing basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong interest in sport, education, and student wellbeing who wants to make a meaningful difference in a supportive school environment.
The successful Physical Education Learning Mentor will support students in their learning and personal development, using their passion for physical education and sport to encourage participation, teamwork, resilience, and positive behaviour. You will work closely with teaching staff to help students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and develop positive relationships within the school community.
The ideal Physical Education Learning Mentor will have:
- Experience supporting children or young people in a school or educational setting
- A strong interest in Physical Education, sport, and physical activity
- The ability to motivate and engage students through positive encouragement
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to promote positive attitudes
- A patient, proactive, and adaptable approach to supporting students with different needs
- The ability to encourage teamwork, resilience, confidence, and personal responsibility
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
Please be advised that this Physical Education Learning Mentor role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts & Cs apply).
If you are an enthusiastic Physical Education Learning Mentor ready for your next opportunity in Sandwich, apply today with your up-to-date CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.
For further details about this Physical Education Learning Mentor role or other opportunities, please contact Louise at the GSL Education Kent office.
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