Learning Mentor & Attendance Lead

The New Wave Federation consists of 4 high performing and innovative primary schools in Hackney, London. In all our schools we have a passion for high standards and want all our children to achieve their potential and be inspired to go beyond that. We aim to provide the best possible primary education in a stimulating and creative environment. This position is based at Thomas Fairchild Primary School.

We are looking to appoint a Learning Mentor to provide a complementary service to existing teachers and associated staff, addressing the needs of children to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the school in order to achieve their full potential. The role requires someone who is passionate about developing children’s learning and building confidence through imaginative, structured and innovative interventions. Our drive is to support pupils overcome any social, emotional or behavioural barriers promoting resilience and embedding effective coping skills. You will lead on attendance monitoring and reporting ensuring attendance levels are maintained for all pupils.

The right person will be someone who is up to date with 21st century education, who is a good listener, is able to encourage and motivate, can act as a role model and encourage the build-up of a mutually respectful relationship. Our parents and carers want the very best education for their children and so do we.

Our schools are vibrant, diverse and inclusive. There are challenges but also great rewards in the work here. If you are an effective communicator, have vision, energy and believe that every child can and will succeed, we would like to meet you.