Learning Mentor - Post 16
Oaks Park High School
Sutton
- £18,921 - £19,282 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- CAN Scales
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 15 April 2024
Job overview
Learning Mentor - Post 16
Start date - as soon as possible
Salary: CAN scale 14-17 (£24,631 - £25,101 per annum, full time equivalent. Term time only, 33 hours actual salary - £18,921 - £19,282 per annum)
Days per year: 190 days per year (188 term time days plus 2 staff preparation days)
Working hours: 33 hours per week between 8.00am and 4.00pm
Our school:
Thank you for your interest in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to join Oaks Park High Post 16 as a learning mentor and work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff in order to support students’ learning.
We were proud to achieve a ‘Good’ outcome in all categories during an Ofsted Inspection in October 2023 in which Ofsted commented the following
‘The school is ambitious for all pupils, including those with SEND. It has designed a curriculum that sets out high academic expectations’
‘Teachers have strong subject knowledge. This is reflected in their high-quality explanations of subject content’
‘Pupils are respectful and polite. They understand the school’s expectations in terms of conduct and behaviour’
‘Staff know their pupils well, and they build positive relationships with them’
The school is an increasingly popular choice within the local community and we are delighted to advertise this role due to an expansion within the school and a larger intake of students in September 2024.
The post:
This is a non-teaching post which will give the successful candidate an excellent opportunity to work closely with young people and supporting them in their school life, helping them to access a varied and exciting curriculum.
For this role, you will work within the Post 16 team and work with individual students (either within the subject class, in small groups or individually) to address gaps in their knowledge and help develop their writing skills.
You will be expected to work effectively with both teaching and support staff at all levels as well as with parents/carers, students and external agencies.
Training in school systems and practices will be provided.
Further information can be found in the job description and person specification, below
We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply.
Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Oaks Park High School is an equal opportunities employer.
About Oaks Park High School
We are still accepting job applications
Please note that we are still actively recruiting for key positions starting in September 2024. We endeavour to be flexible with our interview / assessment arrangements and would like to thank you for your cooperation during this difficult time.
BE PART OF THE OAKS PARK HIGH SUCCESS STORY
Oaks Park High is a rapidly improving secondary school set in extensive grounds in the London Borough of Sutton. The school has recently been rated GOOD by Ofsted:
"This is a welcoming school. Pupils are happy here. They speak positively about how much the school has improved over time. Staff have high expectations of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Most pupils achieve well."
The school is part of the Cheam Academies Network Trust which is committed to promoting the highest standards of local education.
You will be joining a team of brilliant people who are passionate about helping our students thrive and achieve the very best they can. Every member of staff - from our friendly receptionists to the dedicated leadership team - works tirelessly to support our students, their families and their colleagues.
The leadership team has put in place a substantial professional development programme to encourage staff to flourish and progress. This includes a bespoke teaching and learning package, the support of a specialist mentoring and coaching group, and opportunities for cross-Trust department collaboration. Additionally all staff are supported by a wellbeing team which actively seeks opportunities to improve staff experience and offer support if needed.
Leaders consider staff workload and wellbeing. Staff feel supported and appreciate the training opportunities provided, including those offered by the Trust.
The school is expanding its Year 7 intake again in September 2024 and is excited to be able to offer a range of teaching and support staff vacancies, to ensure we have the best possible infrastructure in place for our students to support this expansion.
Our school is situated in Carshalton, a short walk from Carshalton Beeches train station, 30 minutes from London Victoria by train and served by Bus routes from Sutton, Croydon and Morden.
We can offer you:
- An excellent CPD programme, including in house instructional coaching
- Opportunities for cross Trust working
- A behaviour for learning system supported buy an experienced Pastoral Support Team
- A well-being support team
- A range of staff benefits, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme
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