Learning Mentor

We wish to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic person to join our Inclusion Team. You will play a key role in our Learning Mentor programme of intensive support for targeted students. Mentors are responsible for delivering 1:1 and small group interventions with students to significantly improve their behaviour (both social and learning), progress and attendance.

You will also be responsible for supervising students excluded from, or not working to, a normal timetable. 

The successful candidate will have:

• experience of working with young people who display challenging behaviour and the ability to motivate and encourage students;
• experience of resolving conflict and facilitating mediation between young people;
• well-developed interpersonal skills to be able to relate well to a wide range of people including students, staff, parents/carers and external professionals;
• an understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues affecting children and young people;
• the ability to work constructively independently and as part of a team;
• knowledge of current child protection and safeguarding practice;
• be self-motivated, enthusiastic, creative and adaptable;
• good ICT skills including using email and database systems

Hours: 35 hours a week, 39 weeks a year (term time only plus 5 INSET days)

Prendergast Ladywell School is part of the Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools; we believe that all our students can achieve excellence and that they deserve the very best teachers and resources to reach their potential. Our caring environment values achievement and we insist on tolerance and mutual respect.

You will have the opportunity to work with a forward thinking school leadership team. We provide a comprehensive and supportive induction programme for all new members of staff.  You will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.

If you are someone who puts students first, and is prepared to go the extra mile for every one of our students, then we want to hear from you.

To apply, please click here. 

Closing Date: 9:30am on Monday 24 January 2022

Interviews: Friday 28 January 2022 

Please note CVs are not accepted.

The Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all employees are required to have an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Appointment will be subject to qualifications, experience checks and satisfactory references.