Learning Mentor (Level 2) - Dorchester Learning Centre

Dorset Council; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council is seeking a Learning Mentor for Dorchester Learning Centre, focusing on building relationships with vulnerable students. The role emphasizes a child-centred approach, prioritizing staff wellbeing and positive relationships to enhance learning outcomes. Candidates must be prepared for the challenges of school life and share a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
• Ability to work with vulnerable students aged 5-16.
• Experience in a school or educational setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable students in their educational journey.
• Foster secure and trusting relationships with students.
• Promote student wellbeing and positive learning outcomes.

Skills

Building relationships

Child-centred approach

Resilience

Job description

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About the role

At Dorchester Learning Centre, we seek to employ the very best people to work with our students. Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you excel at building relationships with young people? Do you want to work in a community that prioritizes the wellbeing of students and staff? If so, this could be the right job for you. Join our expanding DLC team at a time of growth and opportunity!

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as a Learning Mentor.

Dorchester Learning Centre provides education for vulnerable students in Dorset. We are the only school in Dorset with Trauma and Mental Health Informed School accreditation. Our community is child-centred, focusing on students' needs. We value dynamic, creative, and resilient staff, understanding that positive relationships enhance learning outcomes.

We believe that happy, respected employees contribute to excellent teaching and support. We prioritize staff wellbeing and promote a healthy work-life balance. Candidates should be prepared for the challenges of school life but can expect reasonable work demands. We encourage early applications, as we will review and interview on a rolling basis, possibly closing the vacancy early. Please apply via the online form and do not upload a CV.

According to the Ofsted report (Good, May 2022):
"There are secure and trusting relationships between staff and pupils at Dorchester Learning Centre. These are vital to students' success and positive experiences. Staff are ambitious to achieve the best outcomes, encouraging pupils to be aspirational and providing the necessary support."

The school is located near Dorchester (Monkton Park), with students aged 5-16. Visits are encouraged; contact Debbie Guyler at [email protected] or call 01305 261213 to arrange an appointment.

Further Information

We value diversity and welcome applications from all community sectors.

We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. The successful candidate will need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, in line with government guidelines.

The salary is pro-rata, based on hours and weeks worked, including paid leave and holidays. It is the annual salary at the time of posting, paid monthly, and adjusted if employment starts or ends mid-year.

This role is UK-based; Right to Work must be verified during onboarding.

The position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed or can be disregarded by employers, as detailed in the DBS filtering guide.

As part of safeguarding, Dorchester Learning Centre will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates, focusing solely on suitability to work with children. Searches will be performed by someone outside the appointment panel, and only relevant findings will be shared if of concern.