Learning Mentor

Purpose of the Role:

To provide comprehensive support to the Department, facilitating student learning and contributing to a positive educational environment. This role includes assisting with lesson preparation, delivering tailored support to students, and performing exam-related duties such as reading and scribing.

Please note that departmental assignments are subject to review and may change based on the school's needs as determined by the Headteacher. These changes will aim to cause minimal disruption to the day-to-day operations, however, there may be times, on occasion, where last minute changes are needed to ensure the safe running and operations of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Support:

  • Assist the teacher in preparing the classroom for lessons and maintaining a tidy learning environment.

  • Support students' learning activities, promoting engagement and understanding.

  • Provide one-on-one or small group assistance to students requiring additional help.

  • Updating departmental displays to ensure all work is current and engaging for students.

  • Support the delivery of emotional literacy and wellbeing interventions, including ELSA-informed strategies, to promote pupils' emotional resilience, self-esteem and engagement in learning.

• Lesson and Curriculum Assistance:

  • Aid in the development and implementation of lesson plans.

  • Prepare and organise teaching materials and resources.

  • Adapt learning materials to accommodate students' varying needs.

  • Work with the Therapy teams to ensure maximum utilisation within the department and across the school

• Consistently model and promote the school's values and expectations through professional conduct and interactions with pupils, families and colleagues.

• At the Teacher’s request, contribute to class resources as and when required.

• Take an active and proactive role in supporting pupils' learning, engagement and wellbeing within the classroom environment.

• Student Welfare and Development:

  • Monitor and support students' social and emotional well-being.

  • Encourage positive behaviour in line with school policies.

  • Assist with the development and implementation of Pupil passports and behaviour management strategies.

• Exam Support:

  • Provide assistance during examinations, including reading and scribing as directed by the Exams Officer and Invigilator.

  • Ensure students have the necessary support to complete assessments effectively.

• Administrative Tasks:

  • Perform clerical duties such as photocopying, filing, and managing records.

  • Assist in organising school events, trips, and activities.

• Safeguarding and Child Protection

  • Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people.

    • Adhere to the school's safeguarding, child protection, behaviour, and staff conduct policies at all times.

      • Report any concerns regarding a child's welfare in accordance with school procedures.

        • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with pupils and families.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

• Good standard of education including GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to build positive professional relationships with pupils and colleagues.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Organisational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

• ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) qualification or willingness to undertake ELSA training.

• Experience working with children or young people.

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.

• Relevant qualification in education, mentoring, youth work, childcare or related field.

• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.

Note: The Learning Mentor role and departmental assignments are subject to periodic review by the Headteacher and may be adjusted to align with the evolving needs of the school.

Safeguarding Statement

Moon Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment requirements.