Learning Mentor

Teaching Vacancies; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Exmouth College is seeking a Learning Mentor to join the Learning Support team. The role involves supporting students across the curriculum and assisting with academic progress for all key stages. The post requires flexibility within standard hours and may include small group work or individual student support.

The Learning Support team consists of about 25 mentors and is managed by Assistant SENDCos, with day-to-day guidance from Senior Learning Mentors. DBS checks will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND.
• Ability to support across key stages and in/out of the classroom.
• Flexible and reliable with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students both in and out of the classroom.
• Facilitate small group work as needed.
• Contribute to academic progress across all key stages.

Skills

SEND experience

Student support

Flexible

Classroom support

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Exmouth College are seeking a Learning Mentor who would be committed to the College and supporting our studentsThe Learning Support team consists of approximately 25 Learning Mentors, supporting students across the curriculum. The team is managed by Assistant SENDCos, with smaller groups being managed on a day-to-day basis by Senior Learning Mentors. If you have experience of working with children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), or you are looking for a career in support we would be pleased to hear from you.

Learning Mentors are used in a variety of ways such as supporting students both in and out of the classroom and facilitating academic progress across all key stages. The post holder is required to be flexible (within normal working hours) and may be asked to do such things as facilitate small group work or support individual students.

If you are able to meet the requirements of this role, we would love to hear from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Exmouth Community College is committed to providing the best possible care and education to our pupils and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our commitment, we need to ensure that all potential employees satisfy our employment checks. Please note that where appropriate, shortlisted and/or potentially suitable applicants will be required to undertake further checks. A satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure (with Barred List check) will be required before the successful candidate can commence employment at Exmouth Community College.