Learning Mentor

We’re looking for a resilient, determined and proactive individual to join our school. They will support our pupils to access the curriculum and succeed.  This support may include 1:1 intervention, group work, or classroom support depending on the needs of the children. Alongside the teaching and other support staff, you will work to address the needs of pupils who require support to overcome the barriers to learning (social, emotional and mental health) they may experience both inside and outside the school, in order that they reach their full potential.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has experience working with children, including those who struggle to regulate their emotions.

● Contract type - Permanent- Term-time only (32.5 hours per week)

● Salary range - Grade 7 NJC SCP 14-17

● Location - Co-op Academy Smithies Moor, Heckmondwike

● Closing date -  Wednesday 3 November 2021 @ 9am

● Interviews- Week beginning 8 November 2021

Do you have what it takes to be part of our team?

You will need:

● GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above or equivalent qualifications.

● Previous primary school or childcare experience.

● A proven ability to work on their own initiative.

● The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.

● A can-do attitude.

● A commitment to the happiness, well-being, positive self-esteem and developing progress of everyone at the school.

Co-op Academies Trust aims to provide an outstanding education for all our learners, founded on co-operative values, at the heart of the community.  It is responsible for twenty six academies in West Yorkshire, Wirral, Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent with the Co-op acting as the sponsor

The successful candidate will be supported in their training to ensure they can further support our pupils. You will be rewarded by supporting a warm, happy and diverse school community. Working closely with class teachers and senior leaders will be a vital part of your role. You’ll join a talented staff team and a successful partnership of schools which is committed to raising the educational ambitions of the communities it serves.  As part of the Trust we can offer successful candidates a huge variety of opportunities for development and progression across all phases.

What we offer:

● Excellent opportunities for personal and career development within the Co-op Academies Trust

● Employee benefits such as retail discounts, reduced gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more

● Free access to a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

● Effective, supportive and dynamic leadership across Co-op Academies Trust

● Enthusiastic students who are keen to make good progress

● Welcoming, friendly, supportive, effective and efficient professional/Continuing professional development

Co-op Academy Smithies Moor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Appointments are made subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and a medical declaration.

Co-op Academies Trust, as an aware employer, is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf.

We value variety and individual differences, and aim to create a culture, environment and practices at all levels which encompass acceptance, respect and inclusion. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles, and the Ways of Being Co-op. 

So if you’re an enthusiastic and inspiring individual and have the right skills and personal attributes we would love to hear from you.  

Further information along with an application form can  be found on our academy website.

Completed applications should be returned to Joanne Hargreaves, Admin Officer, at the academy on  smit-office@coopacademies.co.uk before the  closing deadline.