Learning Mentor (with Preparation for Adulthood) - CS11941

Warwick College Group; Moreton Morrell; On-site; GBP 7,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institute in Moreton Morrell is seeking a Learning Mentor to provide support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role includes mentoring students, assisting in lesson preparation, and promoting independent learning. The position is temporary until June 2026 with a pro-rata salary of £6,478.04. Candidates should have the ability to demonstrate English and Maths skills equivalent to level 2 and experience supporting young people with learning difficulties.

Qualifications

• Demonstration of English and Maths skills equivalent to level 2.
• Working knowledge of information technology.
• Experience supporting young people with learning difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class mentoring support for SEND students.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for students.
• Promote and support independent learning.

Skills

Support for young people with learning difficulties

English and Maths skills equivalent to level 2

IT skills (email, internet, software applications)

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent

Qualification relevant to Specific Learning Difficulties

Job description

Overview

This role is pro rata so the salary you will be receiving is £6,478.04 per annum. For any roles that start part way through the academic year, the annual salary will be pro rata to the remaining months. This role is temporary until 26th of June 2026.

Protection of Children and Young Persons

Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).

This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.

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Background to the Post

WCG has three core values, the first of which is to put the student first. Young people have the right to request that an institution is named in their Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP), and local authorities have a duty to name that institution in the EHC plan unless, following consultation with the institution, the local authority determines that it is unsuitable for the young person’s age, ability, aptitude or Disability or that to place the young person there would be incompatible with the efficient use of resources or the efficient education of others. WCG is recognised as offering an inclusive and successful provision at all levels for Young People whose learning is affected by SEND.

The role of the Learning Mentor is to ensure that all our students with SEND reach their potential. The main purpose of this Learning Mentor post is to work with students with SEND within their learning programme and help them towards achieving independence. The Learning Mentor’s time will be spent with an identified EHCP student 1:1 undertaking a Preparation for Adulthood programme. There will be a requirement to undertake administrative tasks relating to recording student progress and supporting student retention and achievement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To provide support in-class, or mentoring support outside the classroom as directed by the SEN Team Leader.
• To assist the class lecturer with the preparation of materials or activities for named student’s use.
• To actively promote and support independent learning.
• To be a key worker for a number of designated students who have EHCPs and support the SEN Team Leader in the EHCP annual review process.
• To work closely with the personal tutor/Personal Learning Adviser to ensure that individual student targets are being monitored and reviewed.
• With knowledge/permission of personal tutor/ Personal Learning Adviser/SEN Team Leader/Specialist Support Lead, make contact with parents, either by telephone or in writing where appropriate.
• To act as a trouble-shooter and work with the students to ensure they meet deadlines and catch-up on any missed work.
• To attend Academy and Inclusion Team meetings.
• To undertake training and development as required. This will include College core training and the departmental mandatory Team Teach training.
• To accompany and support students during work experience placements, and/or trips, if appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with College staff to produce Individual Risk Assessment, Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, and Medical Protocols and support the completion of exam access arrangements.
• To undertake administrative duties, which will include keeping their own records, completing ProMonitor records, updating tutors with student progress reports and completing regular student support/progress reviews.

The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.

Offers of Work

For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).

Essential Attainments

• Demonstrate English and Maths skills equivalent to level 2.
• Working knowledge of information technology such as e-mail, the internet and other software applications.
• Previous experience of supporting young people with a learning difficulty and/or disability.

Desirable Attainments

• GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or Level 2 equivalent qualification.
• A qualification relevant to Specific Learning Difficulties.
• Previous experience of working in Further Education.
• Previous experience of managing students with behaviours for concern.

If you are not local, we can help you get to our Moreton Morrell College, please visit the following page for more information: https://wcg.ac.uk/page/212/transport-to-moreton-morrell-college