Sixth Form Learning Mentor (King Edward VI School) Lichfield

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education institution in Lichfield is seeking a Sixth Form Learning Mentor to support students in achieving their potential. The role involves one-on-one and small group learning support, developing mentoring programs, and collaborating with teaching staff. Ideal candidates must have exceptional communication skills and a positive attitude toward helping students. This exciting role offers flexible working hours to meet the needs of students.

Qualifications

• Experience working closely with students to reduce barriers to learning.
• Ability to develop personalized mentoring programs.
• Competence in advising on study and revision methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to Sixth Form students.
• Develop personalized mentoring programs.
• Communicate with parents and teaching staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build effective relationships

Experience in a school setting

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a Sixth Form Learning Mentor. This is an exciting opportunity to join our support team, working closely with the Sixth Form team and our students. We are looking for a member of staff with excellent communication skills and the expertise to build effective relationships with students, in order to reduce barriers to learning and support them in reaching their potential. Experience in a school setting would be an advantage but above all we are looking for the right person to work with our young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to Sixth Form students on a 1-1 or small group basis.
• Develop personalised mentoring programmes to support academic progress.
• Offer advice and guidance on effective study and revision methods to improve student success in the Sixth Form.
• Help students locate materials, manage workload, and consider different approaches to tasks.
• Communicate with parents and teaching staff to personalise approaches for individual needs.
• Maintain good records to monitor student progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
• Work with the Sixth Form team, the SENCO, the LRC Manager, and the Careers Advisor to support students with EHCPs and those working towards the EPQ.

Working Arrangements

The daily working hours will be agreed to meet the needs of the student cohort. The formal school day starts at 8:50am and finishes at 3:15pm. There may be an opportunity for additional working hours to support the Learning Support Department by mutual agreement. The role is based upstairs in the Library Resource Centre (LRC).

About King Edward VI School

King Edward VI School is a popular 11-18 comprehensive school rated Good by OfSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well-regarded within the community and has a reputation for high quality teaching. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city which is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

How to Apply

For further information and all the documents you will need to make an application, please visit our website www.keslichfield.org.uk, email: [e-mail], or telephone [phone].

Safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Disclosure

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.