Senior Learning Mentor

Dixons Academies Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Why choose Dixons Newall Green?

Dixons Newall Green Academy will be a newly established secondary free school located in the Wythenshawe district of Manchester, England. The school will open its doors to Year 7 students in September 2023, and will grow year by year until it serves students aged 11 to 16 by 2027. The school's existing site, previously Newall Green High School, will undergo extensive renovation to create a modern, conducive learning environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a culture of success from the ground up, through the implementation of strict and fair protocols, a relentless focus on results, and the provision of exceptional teaching and support.

As a member of the Dixons Newall Green community, you will have access to:

1. The incorporation of best practices from successful academies within the Dixons Academies Trust, as well as other schools nationally and locally.
2. A values-driven approach to education, emphasizing a clear vision, results, routines, and strong relationships at all levels.
3. Weekly coaching sessions to support professional growth.
4. A focus on staff wellbeing and organizational health.
5. The opportunity to shape and cultivate the school's culture from its inception.

Dixons Academies Trust

Our mission is to challenge educational and social disadvantage in the North. As a trust of 17 schools, we are committed to making a difference through delivering exceptional education across Bradford, Leeds, Liverpool, and Manchester, including primaries, secondaries, all-throughs, and a standalone sixth form.

1. We are values driven: our core values are 'work hard, be nice, be good', and underpin all we do.
2. We have been challenging educational and social disadvantage for over 30 years.
3. We are ambitious for every child and highly inclusive.
4. We are always in the top 5 nationally for progress at secondary level.
5. We prioritize professional development and growth for all staff; every team member receives regular coaching.
6. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and fostering collaboration to share resources and reduce workload.

We establish high-performing, non-faith academies that maximize attainment, value diversity, develop character, and build cultural capital. By age 18, we aim for every student to have the choice of university or a high-quality apprenticeship.

For more information, please visit our website. Full details of this role can be found in the job description. Interviews will be held on 23 May 2025.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and encourage applications from underrepresented communities regardless of age, disability, neurodivergence, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process.

Our trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.