HLTA/Learning Mentor at John Ray Junior School

Kidbrooke Park Primary School; Bocking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Kidbrooke Park Primary School is seeking a Learning Mentor/HLTA to join the Pastoral Team and Teaching Staff. The role is 30 hours per week, term time only plus two training days, with an actual salary of £19,574.41 – £20,542.59 and a full-time equivalent of £28,608 – £30,023.

You will support children academically and emotionally, and may cover classes as needed to support teachers. Applicants should have GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• HLTA qualification desirable but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support children academically, emotionally and socially.
• Cover classes as HLTA to free teachers for subject leadership/CPD.
• Collaborate with Pastoral and Teaching Teams to implement supportive strategies.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C)

HLTA qualification desirable

Job description

About this Role

Learning Mentor/HLTA

30 hours per week, Term time only plus 2 training days

Actual salary £19,574.41 - £20,542.59

Full time equivalent £28608 - £30023

We have a vacancy for a dedicated Learning Mentor/HLTA who will work as part of our Pastoral Team and Teaching Staff to support children academically as well as emotionally and socially. Learning Mentors provide support and guidance to children who are experiencing difficulties in their learning due to social, emotional or mental health needs. This role requires an understanding of these needs. Once these needs have been identified, you will need to consult with the Pastoral Team, put supportive strategies in place to enable children to succeed in the classroom and maximise learning. As the role of a HLTA you will cover classes to allow Teacher's time for subject Leadership and CPD opportunities and work alongside Teacher's to deliver high quality learning.

The successful applicant will:

• Have at least GCSE grade c (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• HLTA qualification desirable but training can be given towards the qualification.
• Be able to work as part of a Pastoral Team and Teaching Team.
• Be an excellent communicator verbally and have a good standard of written English.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be relentlessly positive and seek solutions.
• Have a thorough understanding of inclusion and what makes an inclusive school.
• Promote positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Communicate effectively with outside support agencies.
• Help children to develop reciprocal and positive relationships with each other.
• Be proactive, enthusiastic and manages time well.
• Be flexible and adaptable as every day is different.
• Effective time management.

Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact Hayley Wiltshire on 01376 324107 to arrange a visit.

Start date: December - with the possibility to start earlier

Closing date 1st December 2026. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close sooner should the right applicant be found.