Sixth Form Learning Mentor

We are looking to appoint a permanent, outstanding Learning Mentor educated to degree level to support our Sixth Form Team with academic progress and pastoral work in Key Stage 5.

The Pingle Academy has an oversubscribed and expanding Sixth Form, with 230 students enrolled for September 2022. As an academy, we were in the top 25% of schools nationally for KS4 progress and in the top 5% of schools nationally for KS5 progress (2019). 

We can offer a caring and supportive working environment and professional development of a high standard. We take our staff wellbeing seriously and offer activities, like team sports, and a fitness suite and swimming pool, as well as staff pub quizzes and coffee and cake afternoons.  

Our Sixth Form currently has two Sixth Form Mentors: one supporting students in Humanities and Social Studies-based A Levels and the other coaching students with Sciences and Maths. We would welcome applications from candidates who have a background in Humanities, English or Social Studies. 

We are looking for a passionate person with excellent communication skills and a desire to make a difference to the academic outcomes of our young people as they prepare for the wider world of university, college, work and life. Applications are sought from high-calibre professionals who have the skills and talent to support our academy.

Vision & Aims - The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

• Delivering a high-quality education
• Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staff
• Establishing and developing robust governance
• Ensuring financial probity and viability
• Developing a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central services
• Establishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the Trust

CPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD and professional development, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership

Visits 

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning 01283 216837.

To Apply 

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 216837 and ask to speak to the HR Team.

Click the ‘Quick Apply’ button to complete your application.

Closing date: 9.00am on 7 June 2022

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Pingle Academy and The de Ferrers Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.