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eTeach UK Limited; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Alderman Knight School in the Cotswolds area near Tewkesbury invites applications for a dedicated Pupil Learning Mentor to work with the pastoral team. The role supports pupils across KS2 to KS4 who struggle to access learning, with in-class and short-term support as needed. DBS checks and safeguarding procedures are required.

Applicants with SEND experience are welcomed. The school emphasizes wellbeing, professional development, and a supportive team environment, with opportunities to engage

Job description

We are looking to appoint a dedicated, experienced, confident and effective Pupil Learning Mentor to work with our pastoral team at this successful special school. Applications from staff currently working in mainstream and special schools are very welcome. The post is hugely important and will provide day-to-day support to pupils who are finding it difficult to access their learning. This may be for a range of reasons and the reasons may well be different on different days! Therefore, the pupil learning mentor need to be flexible in their approach and be confident to work with pupils across KS2 to KS4. The role may include supporting pupils for a short time out of the classroom but equally may require some support in class. The aim is always on enabling our pupils to return and remain in the classroom where they can be fully included and will benefit from the high quality teaching across the curriculum alongside their peers. The pupil learning mentor will work under the direction of the Pastoral Assistant Headteachers. Please note, staff need at least 2 years’ experience of supporting pupils effectively in a learning environment. However, the school will consider applications from ECTs with a passion for supporting SEND pupils who need additional and different pastoral support. In return for your commitment we can offer you:

Commitment to well-being: The school places great emphasis on the well-being of its staff, recognising individual needs and providing the necessary support for them to succeed in a rewarding environment.

Beautiful environment: The school was designed specifically to meet the needs of our pupils, the building is fully accessible, bright, welcoming, and conducive to a positive learning and working environment for both pupils and staff.

Supportive atmosphere: Staff members are part of a close-knit community that values teamwork and collaboration. The school fosters an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere, encouraging both personal and professional growth.

Professional Development: Alderman Knight is committed to the ongoing development of its staff through continuous professional development (CPD), helping individuals build on their strengths and expand their skill sets.

An interesting and varied range of activities – no two days are the same!

Opportunities to be involved in the wider activities of the school and the local community.

Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.Health and wellbeing support including access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Convenient Location: Situated next to the M5 on the edge of the Cotswolds, the school is easily accessible and close to excellent shopping facilities and local amenities.

On-site parking.

One of the great things about the school is that staff and governors are never content to just ‘sit still’. Together with the local community and the Local Authority, we are continuing to look at ways we can further develop the school to ensure we always provide the very highest quality of support for all our young people and their families.

All posts will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. It is now also a requirement for the school to carry out Social media checks on any person short listed for interview. Please note, we reserve the right to close the application early if we receive a sufficient number of applications from which we are able to appoint to the role. Interviews are planned for the week commencing 5 October - the date will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.