Learning Mentor Level 1

Angram Bank Primary School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Angram Bank Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic teaching assistant to work with pupils, provide one-to-one and small-group support, and help remove barriers to learning. The role involves safeguarding, building positive relationships with students, and collaborating with teachers and families to monitor progress.

Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, strong literacy and numeracy (English/Maths Level 2), and a calm, patient approach with a commitment to equality and

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills, Level 2 in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with children in a primary education setting.
• Experience identifying and supporting children facing barriers to learning.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children and provide 1:1 or small-group support.
• Experience delivering targeted interventions and monitoring progress.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection and following school procedures.
• Ability to work with parents and carers to involve families in supporting children.
• Collaborative with teachers, SENCOs and external agencies to ensure support.
• Understanding SEND, inclusion and removing barriers for pupil participation.
• Strong communication, organisation and confidential information handling.
• Calm, patient, nurturing approach with high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and safeguarding and continuing professional development.

Skills

Experience with children

Building relationships

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills, equivalent to Level 2 in English and Maths.
• Experience of working effectively with children and young people, ideally within a primary school or educational setting.
• Experience of identifying and supporting children who face barriers to learning, including difficulties relating to behaviour, motivation, attendance, wellbeing or engagement.
• Ability to build positive, trusting and professional relationships with children and provide effective one-to-one and small-group support.
• Experience of delivering or supporting targeted interventions, setting appropriate targets and monitoring children's progress.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with the ability to recognise concerns, maintain professional boundaries and follow school procedures.
• Ability to work positively with parents and carers, building strong relationships and involving families in supporting their child.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, senior leaders and external agencies to ensure children receive appropriate support.
• An understanding of SEND, inclusion and the importance of removing barriers so that all pupils can participate successfully in school life.
• Good communication, organisation and record-keeping skills, including the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach, alongside the ability to maintain high expectations for children’s behaviour, engagement and achievement.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and safeguarding, and a willingness to undertake relevant training and continuing professional development.