Learning Mentor & Pastoral Lead (Dual-School)

SAMpeople; Eckington; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Health Scheme

Job summary

Learners' Trust in Eckington is seeking a Learning Mentor to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs across Eckington Junior School and Birkhill Infant and Nursery School. The role focuses on reducing barriers to learning through targeted interventions, pastoral support and strong relationships with pupils, families and staff.

You will contribute to attendance improvement, safeguarding duties, and will undertake training to become Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to help

Qualifications

• Holds qualifications at a level equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or higher.
• Understands challenges faced by vulnerable children.
• Experience as a Learning Mentor or similar role.
• Experience providing individuelle support for pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs across two schools.
• Lead targeted interventions and promote positive behaviour.
• Provide pastoral support and build strong relationships with pupils, families and staff.
• Monitor and support school attendance and work with families to improve outcomes.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare as part of the role

Skills

Behaviour management

Pastoral support

Mentoring

Teamwork

IT skills

Confidentiality

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

CPOMS

Job description

Learners' Trust in Eckington is seeking a Learning Mentor to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs across Eckington Junior School and Birkhill Infant and Nursery School. The role focuses on reducing barriers to learning through targeted interventions, pastoral support and strong relationships with pupils, families and staff.

You will contribute to attendance improvement, safeguarding duties, and will undertake training to become Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to help