Learning Mentor

Teaching Vacancies; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Knottingley is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant who possesses a strong educational background, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to supporting children's development in a school setting. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a passion for innovative teaching methods, alongside a commitment to child safeguarding and welfare. This role offers comprehensive employee benefits focused on financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, including a pension scheme and wellness programs.

Benefits

Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme

Technology scheme

Vehicle Leasing Scheme

Access to discounts platform

24/7 access to online GP

Gym & fitness discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Free annual flu jab

Employee Assistance Programme

Menopause Support Service

Skills

GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths and English

Vocational qualification (NVQ3)

Awareness of specialist curriculum area

Effective experience with children

Innovative approach to learning

Support for young people with challenging behavior

Health & Safety knowledge

Management of a group of young people

Working with families

Attendance management

Small group intervention

Supporting children in class

Partnership with external agencies

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Strong ICT skills

Behavior management skills

Inspirational qualities

Prioritization ability

Confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Higher-Level Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• GCSE grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in Maths and English (C)
• A recognised and relevant vocational qualification (NVQ3) as well as having or working toward the Higher-Level Teaching Assistant qualification and/or equivalent proven practical workexperience (C/A/I/R)
• Awareness of specialist curriculum area, and proven practical application in a similar environment (A/I/R)
• Previous experience of working effectively with children in the relevant age group and preferably in a school setting (A/I/R)
• Experience of delivering a range of imaginative and innovative approaches to removing barriers to learning (A/I)
• Experience of supporting young people with unpredictable and challenging behaviour (A/I/R)
• A good understanding of Health & Safety issues and good practice (A/I)
• Experience of working with and managing a group of young people (A/I/R)
• Experience of working with families with a variety of different issues (A/I/R)
• Experience of managing and improving attendance of young people in school (A/I/R)
• Experience of delivering small group/ one to one intervention to address low self-esteem, confidence and/or emotional issues (A/I)
• Experience of supporting children in the classroom (A/I/R)
• Experience of working in partnership with external agencies (A/I)
• High level of interpersonal skills including effective communication, advocacy and mediation skills with young people and staff (A/I)
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team (A/I/R)
• Strong organisational skills (A/I)
• Excellent time management skills (A/I/R)
• Strong ICT skills and operational knowledge of Microsoft Office software (A/I)
• Strong and effective behaviour management skills (A/I/R)
• Ability to demand high standards from young people (A/I)
• Ability to inspire and motivate young people (A/I)
• Ability to prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines (A/I/R)
• Ability to respect sensitive and confidential information (A/I/R)
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and/or when under pressure (A/I/R)

Desirable

• Emergency First Aid or First Aid at Work qualification (C/A)
• Understanding of local and national teaching strategies e.g., literacy (A/I/R)

Key: C – Certificate; A – Application Form; I – Interview; R - Reference

Behaviours

• Proactive
• Organised
• Effective
• Team Player
• Flexible
• Clear communicator
• Reliable
• Trustworthy

What the school offers its staff

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…

Financial Wellbeing

• Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discount’s
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing

• Access to an industry-leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

Holiday Entitlement: minimum 35 days (subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.