Senior Learning Mentor

Simply Education Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Greater Manchester is seeking a Senior Learning Mentor to support pupils aged 11-16. You will deliver pastoral and SEND support, engage with parents, and address the needs of students facing challenges in learning. This role requires a full-time commitment with work hours from 8:45 am to 3:45 pm, starting in September.

Qualifications

• Proactive and empathetic approach required.
• Experience working with students with additional needs.
• Ability to engage parents and conduct home visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver pastoral and SEND support to pupils.
• Conduct intervention sessions and supervise challenging behavior.
• Assist teachers with individual behavior plans.

Skills

Pastoral support

Empathy

Engagement

Behavior management

Job description

Greater Manchester, M21 Robyn Doolan All/Full Time £ - £

Role: Senior Learning Mentor

Salary: £26,000 to £30,000

Hours: 8:45am to 3:45pm

Start: September

The Role of a Senior Learning Mentor:

As a senior learning mentor, you will provide pastoral support for pupils and assist with their learning. You will work with students with additional needs and barriers to learning. Responsibilities include understanding pupils' needs, engaging parents and guardians, conducting home visits, and delivering initial work packs for students unable to attend school. A proactive and empathetic approach is essential.

The School:

This provision caters to pupils aged 11-16 who are permanently excluded or cannot access mainstream schooling. Pupils are referred by schools, academies, or the local authority. The curriculum includes Maths, English, Science, along with therapeutic interventions, cooking, sports, outdoor education, and PSHE.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver pastoral and SEND support to pupils
• Deliver whole group sessions across several subjects
• Conduct intervention sessions
• Supervise pupils displaying challenging behaviour and support their mental health needs
• Attend to pupils’ personal needs and provide advice to support their social, health, and hygiene development
• Assist teachers with developing and implementing individual behaviour plans